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Description and review by Daniel & Rex in the Whisk(e)y Vault
On the nose it is fragrant with citrus (orange peel), flowers (freesia), spice, and a hint of cream-filled choux pastry. Juicy! Water pulls out more of the weighty malty notes.
The palate is a lovely mid-weight in a malt that’s softer than the nose initially suggests. Great momentum in the mouth with cranachan, soft baked fruits, fruit cake, syrup, apricot and malt. It dances on the tongue with a finish that bursts into life.
Charming, subtle and gorgeous.
Thank heavens for boldness and individuality in a world where blandness is always an easier option. This beautiful old distillery in the heart of Speyside is Chivas’ showpiece as Strathisla malt is the base of all the Chivas Regal blends.
On the nose it is fragrant with citrus (orange peel), flowers (freesia), spice, and a hint of cream-filled choux pastry. Water pulls out more of the weighty malty notes. The palate is a mid-weight in a malt that’s softer than the nose initially suggests. Great momentum in the mouth with cranachan, soft baked fruits, fruit cake, syrup, apricot and malt. It dances on the tongue with a finish that bursts into life.
Water pulls out more of the weighty malty notes
Great momentum in the mouth with cranachan, soft baked fruits, fruit cake, syrup, apricot and malt
2015 Silver Outstanding Medal Winner – International Wine & Spirits Competition
IWSC Awards Tasting Note: Well contained nose opens with some ripe orange with a hint of peat in the distance. Sultanas and dried apricot are there with some hints of cocoa. Full in the mouth where rich malt makes a statement. Well integrated oak. Another whisp of smoke in long finish.
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