single malt scotch whisky
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The Islay representative in the \'Classic Malts\' series is a deep, dry and exceptionally peaty bruiser. Probably the most pungent of all Islay malts, Lagavulin is not for the faint-hearted but inspires fanatical devotion in its many followers. Nose. Laps
A wolf among malts. muscular, humbling, persuasive, lithe and rare.
Extra ageing has calmed the impact of the phenols, with the peat arriving on the palate late, and tempered by smooth oak. A very mellow, mature Islay malt. Tasting Notes from The Distiller\'s Colour. Pale Straw. Taste. The taste starts a little sweeter
This ten year old is the only malt produced on the Isle of Skye. It has a smokey nose and the sweet maltiness is perfectly complimented by its spicy, long finish.
Founded in 1869 by John Smith (son of George Smith, founder of the Glenlivet distillery) and located in the Grampian region of Scotland. This twelve year old is an elegant, sophisticated Speyside malt, with complex aromas. Amazingly fragrant with a sw
More subtle and teasing. Not as much a knock-out punch on the finish like the Talisker 10 and 18, but rather more steady intense blows to the abdomen for many rounds. An aging Talisker, but still with many redeeming qualities. It is drier than its young
Deep amber colour. Rich, round nose of some complexity with hints of sweetness and oak tones. Round, rich gentle complex palate with some smokiness and sweetness. Long full excellent finish. A richer whisky perfect for special occasions.
Quality highland style here once again from the rare malts. This is a little seen, under-valued distillery. A really interesting dram for the collectors.
Caol Ila (pronounced \'cull-eela\'), is considered to be one of the lighter of the Islays. Medium-bodied with a rounded flavour. Pale in colour with a greenish tinge. This malt has a peaty nose, with distinct floral notes. It is described as tasting sligh
Young with real power and attack. The smoke appears from half way but is balanced by a sweet centre. Oily, rich, even salty...A young cracker. Don\'t pass this up.\' Colour. Very Pale Straw. Taste. Strong, clean, aggressive in flavour, with a smooth, ligh
Colour: Pale gold. Nose: Toasted spices with a sharp fruitiness - citrus oils. There is also a subtle vanilla note. Body: Mouth coating. Palate: Spicy, almost peppery with a rounding creaminess. The fruitiness develops with the spices, reminiscent of rich
26 year old \'Rare Malt.\' Linkwood. Limited edition bottling at its natural cask strength of 56.1%.
The \'Gentle Dram,\' it says on the bottle\'s label, and it certainly is one of the gentler whiskies in Speyside. It\'s a fragrant whisky too with a firm malty foundation, fruit gum drops and caramel. Subtle notes of almond and anise helped keep my interest
Matured in bourbon barrels and finished in port pipes. A fresh, citrus, sea spray nose with a rich, fruity palate.
Royal Lochnagar is one of the smallest distilleries in the Highlands. It stands just beyond the boundaries of Balmoral Castle, at the foot of the majestic peak from which it takes its name and its pure mountain water. A combination of nature\'s finest ing
Sweet light malt , honey and a trace of peppermint on the nose. A drop or two of water brings out a citrus note and opens up the honey and heather. Light and pretty on the palate with white chocolate and tantalizing mint in the background. With water
\'Rare Malts\' bottling of Coleburn and one of the very few official bottlings. Distilled 1979 and bottled at 21 years old.
Colour. Golden amber. Nose. Some cereal notes at first with the hint of port coming through a bit later. Quite full. Body: Full and rich. Palate. Full and somewhat assertive. With some patience, a complexity of flavors will be forthcoming. Some fruit,
Nose. Dry, nutty amd airy. Dried banana on muesli, green grassy notes, tea leaves, walnut. Palate. Very soft and attractive and flows straight down the middle. Medium sweet with some vanilla and nut. Finish. Soft. Overall. Attractive and delicate.
The whisky, rather discrete from a strictly commercial point of view, is very attractive from the very first nosing. An impression of lightness, together with some spice hints. The taste confirms the first impression. A rather pleasant whisky. A finish
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