James MacArthur's Old Masters
7.2

James MacArthur's Old Masters

Glentauchers Distillery

1990, 13 Years Old

ABV 59.2%

Pleasant fruitiness on the nose but the palate is somewhat dour and one dimensional.

Martine Nouet

Specification

James MacArthur

Brand

1990, 13 Years Old

Expression

Single Malt

Type

13

Age (Years)

59.2%

ABV

Scotland

Region/Country

Independent Bottling

Bottling Type

Tasting Notes

Martine Nouet

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

Dave Broom

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

7.2
Overall Score

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