ABV 46%
Good, but for me just lacks the extra layer of complexity to lift it to the next level.
Dave Broom
Glencadam
Brand
1978 30 Years Old
Expression
Single Malt
Type
30
Age (Years)
46%
ABV
Scotland
Region/Country
Standard (Distillery or blended)
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Lightly resinous (good age?) with baked fruits and lightly charred lift. A little shy. With water there's maple syrup/toffee apple and a touch of malt.
Palate: Immediately spicy,nutmeg to the fore. A thick caramel quality in the middle then a prick of orange zest. Tongue coating. Slightly fragile feel.
Finish: Soft and nutty.
Comment: Good, but for me just lacks the extra layer of complexity to lift it to the next level.
Score: 7.8
Taster
Nose: Intense,rich. Orange marmalade, candied kumquat. Marzipan. Opening on more fruit,exotic this time. Passion fruit juice. Luscious dessert aromas.
Palate: Silky,gently flowing. Sweet but well balanced, with the same rich and\rluscious sensation. Orange cake.
Finish: Dry,slightly spicy,with a touch of toasted hazelnuts.
Comment: An elegant and well-structured dram. But I would avoid water. Funny how water wakes the oakiness up but also tones down all the rest.
Score: 8.4
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