Classic Malts / Glenkinchie Special Edition, Friends of the Classic Malts

Classic Malts

Glenkinchie Special Edition, Friends of the Classic Malts

ABV 58.7%
REVIEWED Issue 21

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Specifications

Brand: Glenkinchie, Classic Malts
Expression: Glenkinchie Special Edition, Friends of the Classic Malts
Type: Scotland Whisky / Single Malt
Age: No Age Statement
ABV: 58.7%
Country/Region: Scotland
Bottling type: Independent Bottling

Tasting notes

Taster Michael Jackson

Nose: Grass. Straw. Marshmallow. Lime jelly.
Palate: Custard. Finely grated lemon peel. Lemongrass. Root ginger. Nutmeg. Cinnamon.
Finish: Spicy. Big. Long. Dryish.
Comment: Only two Years Older than the regular Glenkinchie, but much richer. A very good cask.

8.0

Taster Dave Broom

Nose: Big and fairly dry. A whiff of sulphur mixed in with bran flakes, grass and dried banana.
Palate: Medium-bodied though with good texture. Soft fruits and dry malty notes.
Finish: Long and soft vanilla mixed with with light nuttiness.
Comment: Bigger and more robust than you might expect.

7.8

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