Scottish Leader 12 Years Old

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 22 by Michael Jackson and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Perfumy, spicy, musky. Palate Rounded, slippery-smooth. Very malty indeed. Creamy. Sweet. Some orangey notes. Finish Spicy. Minty. Comment Very mild, but a blend assembled with great skill and subtlety.

Dave Broom Nose Fat, sweet and a little slick. Creamy toffee, sponge cake, stewed apple, date and gingerbread. Palate Quite thick and slightly syrupy with a mix of dried and stewed soft fruits. Finish Fruity! Comment LOTS of sherry and fat, rich flavours. One for those who like their whiskies well covered.