ABV 46%
A cheery dram, opening up on the sunny side with the definite rum colours on the nose. A dash of water sweetens the palate.
Martine Nouet
The BenRiach
Brand
Pedro Ximinez Sherry Wood Finish
Expression
Single Malt
Type
No age statement
Age (Years)
46%
ABV
Scotland
Region/Country
Standard (Distillery or blended)
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Sweet and intense with a fruity twinkle. Porridge, fresh hazelnuts. Marshmallow. Rum influence peeps through the creamy fruitiness.
Palate: Quite crisp though with a syrupy texture. Less mellow than expected. A spicy explosion at mid palate with a slight bitter edge.
Finish: Spicy, slightly dusty. Nutty aftertaste.
Comment: A cheery dram, opening up on the sunny side with the definite rum colours on the nose. A dash of water sweetens the palate.
Score: 8
Taster
Nose: Sweet banana jam, guava juice, floral with a light cereal maltiness. Plenty of vanilla.
Palate: Smooth with bags of vanilla soft fruits and a lightly floral touch. Lots of character and good balance between the two elements.
Finish: Medium length. Touch of deeper rum notes.
Comment: Works pretty well. Rum in a supporting role, putting a different spin on the whisky.
Score: 7.8
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