The Macallan 1945, 56 Years Old, Vintage

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 28 by Michael Jackson and Martine Nouet.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Fresh. Minty. Spicy. Palate A clear, bright orange colour suggests sherry, which duly emerges. The whisky nonetheless seems thin; then intensely sweet; those green fruits again. Finish Suddenly peppery, hot and aggressive. Comment Very lively, but ill-tempered. I kept expecting it to propose the return of military service, or demand that I had my hair cut.

Martine Nouet Nose Rich, fruity. Very biscuity. Butter shortbread or warm apple crumble. A hint of peat. Some delicate forest aromas (fern, moss). Palate Smooth, sweet and very spicy. All fruit cake aromas. Candied grapefruit. Oak tends to hold back fruity flavours. Ginger and paprika. Finish Crisp, dry and long. Comment More of a spicy tendency than other versions.