Cragganmore Distillery
ABV 55.3%
Deep and rich. The sherry has overwhelmed the distillery character. But a beautiful oaky expression. And a characterful profile.
Martine Nouet
Duncan Taylor
Brand
Duncan Taylor
Bottler
1993, 18 Years Old
Expression
Single Malt
Type
18
Age (Years)
2011
Year of Bottling
55.3%
ABV
Speyside
Region/Country
Independent Bottling
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Oaky. Dark wood, walnut stain. Dunnage warehouse. Prune. Dates.
Palate: Crisp, dry. As the nose let expect, oak dominates. Bittersweet. A sherry character. Lots of dried fruit. Spicy. A touch of chilli. Ginger and nutmeg.
Finish: Lingering. Spicy and oaky.
Comment: Deep and rich. The sherry has overwhelmed the distillery character. But a beautiful oaky expression. And a characterful profile.
Score: 8.2
Taster
Nose: Like walking into a dunnage warehouse, antique wardrobes. Dark fruit and a little oak spice.
Palate: Plenty of oak here. Dry, astringent notes then trail mix. Plenty of mixed spices here and creamy oak.
Finish: Long and juicy.
Comment: Just the right balance between the sherry notes and oak for me. Spot on.
Score: 8.5
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