Chieftain's / 1985, Aged 16 Years

Chieftain's

Glencadam

1985, Aged 16 Years

ABV 43%
REVIEWED Issue 23

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Specifications

Brand: Glencadam, Chieftain's, Ian Macleod
Expression: 1985, Aged 16 Years
Type: Scotland Whisky / Single Malt
Age: 16 years old
ABV: 43%
Country/Region: Scotland / Highland
Bottling type: Independent Bottling
Bottled by: Ian Macleod

Awards

Recommended
Issue 23

Tasting notes

Taster Martine Nouet

Nose: Subtlety in action. Perfumes, dried apricot, aniseed, jasmine tea, dried spring flowers, green grape, marzipan.
Palate: Smooth, silky and creamy. A caress of mingled flavours. All nose promises are delivered.
Finish: Dry, spice-festooned.
Comment: Graceful and characterful. To be sipped on a midsummer starlit night. A true dancing dram.

9.5

Taster Dave Broom

Nose: Medium-bodied and slightly floral but with a rich malty core. Water reveals a buttery richness with honeyed fruits, hot cross buns and spices.
Palate: A dry-ish start with light spice and nut, then citrus oils, hazelnut and an overall pleasant texture. Well balanced.
Finish: Dry with a touch of smoke.
Comment: Attractive rather than complex, but very attractive at that.

7.8

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