ABV 53.7%
A confident, well-rounded cask strength expression from an often underrated distillery.
Gavin Smith
Glen Garioch
Brand
15 Years Old
Expression
Single Malt
Type
15
Age (Years)
2015
Year of Bottling
53.7%
ABV
Highland
Region/Country
Standard (Distillery or blended)
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Initially very slightly rubbery, then treacle emerges. Earthy, with underlying floral notes, particularly strong in violets.
Palate: Rich and full-bodied. Voluptuous with gingersnaps, malt, warm oak and Jaffa oranges.
Finish: Relatively long, with dark, spicy malt and a sprinkling of cocoa powder.
Comment: A confident, well-rounded cask strength expression from an often underrated distillery.
Score: 8.1
Taster
Nose: Incredibly appealing mix of stem ginger, star anise and dark chocolate.
Palate: Buttery mouthfeel with lots of sweet dried fruits, and warming woody spice.
Finish: Long and sweet.
Comment: A drop or two of water really get the flavours of this rich, sweet, high ABV \nwhisky singing.
Score: 7.7
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