The Famous Grouse
7.4

The Famous Grouse

Finest

ABV 40%

A beautifully mingled aromatic palette. But this whisky would have delivered more character if bottled at a higher strength.

Martine Nouet

Specification

The Famous Grouse

Brand

The Famous Grouse

Bottler

Finest

Expression

Blended

Type

No age statement

Age (Years)

40%

ABV

Scotland

Region/Country

Standard (Distillery or blended)

Bottling Type

Tasting Notes

Martine Nouet

Taster

Nose: Harmonious. Butterscotch. Polished floor. Fruit cake. Oak and fruit combine.

Palate: Smooth, velvety. Pears poached in white port and vanilla. Oak is kept under control. A bit flat though.

Finish: Medium. Nutty with a touch of spice.

Comment: A beautifully mingled aromatic palette. But this whisky would have delivered more character if bottled at a higher strength.

Score: 7.5

Dave Broom

Taster

Nose: Dry yet full with aromas of melting chocolate, hay loft, clover honey on toast. Dry sacking. Firm.

Palate: Stewed prunes, dark chocolate, earth, caramel toffee and light smoke.

Finish: Dried fruits.

Comment: This has breadth, but just lacks the depth of the others.

Score: 7.3

7.4
Overall Score

From The Distillery

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