William Cadenhead Craigellachie Glenlivet 12 Years Old

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 66 by Dave Broom and Martine Nouet.

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Tasting Notes

Dave Broom Nose Sweet and malty. Green melon, frying turmeric powder and little lime zest and a floral touch. Delicate and slightly chalky. Palate This needs water which has a softening effect, bringing out lemon, banana milk shake and hazelnut. Very light and delicate. Finish White pepper. Comment Saved by the water and though too insubtantial to get a high mark would make a good aperitif.

Martine Nouet Nose Citrussy. Lemon posset. The alcohol bite is quite prickly but in a nice way. Herbal tea (lemon balm). On time, sweet notes softens the spirit tang. Guava jelly. Mandarine. Palate Silky. More orangey than lemony. Water brings out a touch of cardboard. Spicy tang. Finish Dry, spicy, gingery. Almond milk. Comment Avery refreshing dram, most enjoyable for a summer evening (one can dream !). The alcohol is more aggressive on the palate.