Silver Barley Milroy's

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 40 by Martine Nouet and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Martine Nouet Nose Very young, drying hay. Quite refreshing with a minty whiff. A hint of butterscotch. Palate Smooth and sweet at start. Leafy. Green wood takes over, developing on bitter notes. Finish Quite short, not especially elegant. Nutty flavours cheer up a somewhat astringent aftertaste. Comment A very young, new-make like whisky. On the bitter side. A fresh nose isn't enough.

Dave Broom Nose For starters, it's clear. Very light and clean, verging on neutral. Hint of vanilla. Flat ginger ale. Water brings out a sulphury, new make note. Palate Very sweet and smooth-almost too sugary and slick. Finish Huh? Comment Is this whisky? (Part 1) I know the industry needs to 'convert' vodka drinkers but this is ridiculous.