The Glenrothes

1998

The Glenrothes

ABV: 43%

Age: No age statement Years Old

Style: Single Malt

Country: Scotland

Region: N/A

Overall
Score

8.2

Tasting Notes

Nose

A mix of banofee pie,kiwi fruit and guava. Wispy smoke

Palate

Delightful mix of exotic fruits,green banana,peat and spice.

Finish

Medium long but pretty irresistible, with peat to the fore.

Comment

And an outstanding example of another.

Taster Score

8.0

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