Glentauchers Distillery
ABV 59.2%
Pleasant fruitiness on the nose but the palate is somewhat dour and one dimensional.
Martine Nouet
James MacArthur
Brand
1990, 13 Years Old
Expression
Single Malt
Type
13
Age (Years)
59.2%
ABV
Scotland
Region/Country
Independent Bottling
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Floral and fruity. Wild rose, apple blossom. Barley sugar. Sweet apple compote. Slightly spirity. Hint of toffee.
Palate: Light bodied. A bit sharp. Overripe medlar. A cheesy touch.
Finish: Tangy and dry, soothing almondy notes.
Comment: Pleasant fruitiness on the nose but the palate is somewhat dour and one dimensional.
Score: 7
Taster
Nose: Gentle and delicate. Apple pie, banana, cooked brown sugar. A little buzzy with alcohol.
Palate: Needs water which improves it considerably. Fruit kernel, orchard fruit. Lively with a hint of flowers.
Finish: Short and clean. Oak.
Comment: A good aperitif dram.
Score: 7.5
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