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Glen Scotia

Glen Scotia

Victoriana

Glen Scotia

ABV: 51.5%

Age: No age statement Years Old

Year Bottled: 2016

Style: Single Malt

Country: Scotland

Region: Campbeltown

Bottling: Glen Scotia

Overall
Score

8.2

Tasting Notes

Nose

Initial char note, smoky fruit and a hint of cough medicine.

Palate

Full and spicy, with stewed fruits and black pepper.

Finish

Long, barbecue embers, allspice, aniseed balls.

Comment

Very drinkable at high strength. Intriguing!

Taster Score

8.4

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