Signatory Cragganmore 1989

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 32 by Michael Jackson and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Creamy, herbal, flowery. Palate Complex, with very tightly combined flavours, gradually revealing cut grass and thyme, but somewhat dried out. Finish Austere even by Cragganmore standards. Comment Not very old, but was the cask a little tired?

Dave Broom Nose Obvious alcohol when neat. Slightly hard and austere: graphite, oak, some heather, grass and very light touches of vanilla and fruit. Palate Sweet and gentle. Very light. Finish Lightly fruity. Comment Lacks the complexity you expect from Cragganmore.