ABV 54.9%
Alcohol is too assertive. Water eases the burning sensation and gives an oily feel.
Martine Nouet
Chieftain's
Ian Macleod
Brand
Ian Macleod
Bottler
1996, Aged 11 Years
Expression
Single Malt
Type
11
Age (Years)
54.9%
ABV
Highland
Region/Country
Independent Bottling
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: A bit spirity. But a nice toffeish note which casts in some sweetness. Dry hay,An earthy hint. Greengages. A\rcreamy touch,with a hint of peach.
Palate: Crisp,firm. Spices burst out and tease the palate,even burning the tongue.
Finish: Warm,dry,numbing
Comment: Alcohol is too assertive. Water eases the burning sensation and gives an oily feel.
Score: 7
Taster
Nose: Delicate,corn on the cob,melted butter, popcorn.
Palate: Clean cooking apples,citrus, peppery spice later.
Finish: Spicy and quite long.
Comment: Clean,refreshing and well defined and well balanced.
Score: 7.1
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