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The Famous Grouse 1987 Vintage Malt

The Famous Grouse

The Famous Grouse

1987 Vintage Malt

The Famous Grouse

ABV: 40%

Age: No age statement Years Old

Style: Blended

Country: Scotland

Region: N/A

Overall
Score

8.6

Tasting Notes

Nose

A clean, malty aroma brimming with a salad bowl of banana, orange, grape and figs.

Palate

Teasing yet lush malt in cloud of smoke.

Finish

Soft oak, vanilla intermingle.

Comment

Vatted malts are notoriously disappointing. At last, one to take your breath away.

Taster Score

8.8

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