Dewar Rattray / 1990, 15 Years Old

Dewar Rattray

Balblair

1990, 15 Years Old

ABV 62.9%
REVIEWED Issue 55

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Specifications

Brand: Balblair, Dewar Rattray
Expression: 1990, 15 Years Old
Type: Scotland Whisky / Single Malt
Age: 15 years old
Year of bottling: 2005
ABV: 62.9%
Country/Region: Scotland / Highland
Bottling type: Independent Bottling
Bottled by: Dewar Rattray

Tasting notes

Taster Dave Broom

Nose: Clean and leafy (green leaves), light nutty/hay-like maltiness, pie crust, macaroon and a hint of phenols. Water reveals a note like firelighters/leaking primus stove.
Palate: Incredibly hot when taken neat. Water calms it and initially shows hazelnut and attractive sweetness. Then it collapses.
Finish: Light smoke.
Comment: Once again not sufficient complexity or balance to elevate it to greatness.

7.3

Taster Martine Nouet

Nose: Grassy and malty. Barley sugar, Weetabix. Cowshed. Corn syrup. Opens up on fruity notes. Summer fruit. Cherry jam.
Palate: Incredibly sweet for the strength. Flowing, custardy, then breaks into a spicy burst.
Finish: Dry and short. Slightly astringent.
Comment: The nose is more attractive than the palate, rather restrained.

7.3

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