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REVIEW: Aberlour Scotch
Aberlour Scotch
Nose” (undiluted): Cloves, nutmeg and cinnamon sticks. “Palate” (undiluted): Initial spiced dark currants, cherry, over-ripe black grapes, transitions mid-palate to a teensy weensy bit raw, unadulterated alcohol. Brackish water comes to mind. “Finish” (undiluted): Some smoke. A little green and a tinge of bitterness accompanies the taste of sherry and oak at the end.
Just in Time to Toast the Holiday Season
Compass Box Whisky introduces their “The Last Vatted Malt”. This is a limited release! Only 1,323 bottles were produced.
It is the last Vatted Malt because as of November 22, 2011, all whiskies of this type (a blending of malts from more than one distillery) must be labeled as Blended Malt Scotch Whisky.
The Compass Box Whisky site has a variety of wonderful scotch whiskeys available. http://compassbox.specialitydrinks.com/
A Google search resulted in a U.S. source for Compass Box Whisky - http://www.dandm.com/category_products_list.php?cPath=101_102&cat=scotch&subcat=Single+Grain%2C+Vatted+Malts
Maybe your favorite Scotch resource can assist you in purchasing one of their wonderful Scotch whiskies.
Slàinte mhòr agad!
Judy
The Singleton Scotch
The Singleton Scotch
The Singleton Scotch
Age: 15 Years
Aroma: Buttery smoke is first on the nose, and in the quaff. Floral notes are secondary, followed by light apple, nutty almond, and faint grassy tones. Oak prominent throughout.
Palate: Sweet with a thick but not oily consistency.
Side Notes: This was a very strong- tasting, heavier scotch. Recommended.
Cost: $35
Comfort food? Hell no! Comfort Scotch and a Cheesy Movie!
Cragganmore 12 year old Single Malt Scotch
VIA (Our New Guy): Jason Debly
Well, I am happy to report that my spirits are lifted. I hadn’t had a drink of Cragganmore in a long time but it didn’t disappoint! I loved it when I was a novice scotch nut, and am happy to report that I still do. A teaspoon of water to a double pour delivers up a classic Speyside malt of honey, heather, smoke and something ethereal that just makes you smile regardless of your situation!
For the full article: http://jason-scotchreviews.blogspot.com/2011/06/comfort-food-hell-no-comfort-scotch-and.html
Cheers!
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Review: Black Bottle Blended Scotch Whiskey
Review: Black Bottle Blended Scotch Whiskey
VIA (Our New Guy): Jason Debly
http://jason-scotchreviews.blogspot.com/2011/06/review-jameson-gold-reserve-irish.html
Nose
Malty! For an Islay blend, I was expecting more smoke and peat, but what I sniff initially is malt. Not bad at all, just a little surprising. After the pleasant malt flavor, the scotch does reveal peat and smoke, but very restrained. This is not a screaming Archie Bunker in Edith’s face smoke and peat scenario.
Palate
The smooth Cordoba ride continues onto the palate with a sweet entry of malt followed by soft smoke and gentle peat. Hardly any peat. This is very soft. Extremely quaffable. A bottle that is disappearing far too quickly! A great introductory blend to anyone who wants to learn about Islay scotch or are convinced that they do not like Islays.
Finish
Pencil shavings, malt, cardamon and of course smoke and peat.
General Impressions
In the category of “blended scotch whisky,“ Black Bottle is outstanding! This scotch whisky has something for everyone. The newbie will delight in the gentle, smooth texture while the scotch nut (like moi) will marvel at the great balance between smoke, peat and sweetness. Damn! this is good! And warming too on those cold blustery days when I walk off the 18th hole!
Cheers!
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