ABV 43%
Canadian? I'd never have guess that under all that oak..
Chris Goodrum
Forty Creek
Brand
Heart Of Gold
Expression
Blended
Type
No age statement
Age (Years)
43%
ABV
Canada
Region/Country
Standard (Distillery or blended)
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Aromas of gentle, waxy orange and treacle-toffee coated dried fruit. Sherry blankets the nose and a slight herbal 'spirit' note comes through. The emphasis is definitely on the cask though.
Palate: A little simple on the palate, again a reasonable degree of treacly dried fruit along with a touch of herbal eaux-de-vie. The oak begins to bitter but the developing oils counter.
Finish: A continuation of the dried fruit theme with a touch of liquorice and treacle becoming apparent. Pleasant, lightly spiced after-taste.
Comment: Canadian? I'd never have guess that under all that oak..
Score: 7
Taster
Nose: Rosehip syrup, bramble and apple tea, and rhubarb. Exotic wood and has a lovely waxiness like rose flavoured lip balm.
Palate: Paradise cake made with raspberry jam, almonds, cherries and walnuts. Tea soaked fruits, caramel and some savoury notes emerge, like hoisin sauce and soy.
Finish: Soft and melting, takes its time.
Comment: I loved this for the subtle and delicious flavours. Masterly
Score: 9.1
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