ABV 53.2%
A subtle dram which keeps on the cereal and fruit side,with a radiant lightness. Alcohol is perfectly mastered.
Martine Nouet
Compass Box
Brand
Cask No 46, 10 Years Old
Expression
Single Malt
Type
No age statement
Age (Years)
53.2%
ABV
Scotland
Region/Country
Independent Bottling
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Delicate. Sweet cereals. A charming floral note.Meadow flowers. Sorb tree. Opening on marzipan and orgeat\rsyrup.A note of golden caramel.
Palate: Smooth,refreshing. Malt teasers. Mint. Blancmange.Keeps that tender delicacy on the palate.
Finish: Fruity,soothing down on a nutty note. Dry almond.
Comment: A subtle dram which keeps on the cereal and fruit side,with a radiant lightness. Alcohol is perfectly mastered.
Score: 8
Taster
Nose: Exotic. Frying curry leaves,freshly clipped privet,stone fruits,lemon verbena. Becomes slightly scented\rlifting into vanilla with water. Shows complexity. Sweet pear overlaid with dried citrus peels. Very creamy with\rwater. Sweet.
Palate: Very pure,direct. A touch of liquorice. Chewy. Good balance between vibrant North African spiciness and a\rsmooth central palate.
Finish: Tingling.Clean and sweet.
Comment: Oak-driven,but not oak-dominated. There's a difference.
Score: 8.1
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