James MacArthur's Old Masters
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James MacArthur's Old Masters

Glentauchers Distillery

1990, 14 Years Old

ABV 58.8%

No maturation.

Dave Broom

Specification

Old Masters

James MacArthur

Brand

James MacArthur

Bottler

1990, 14 Years Old

Expression

Single Malt

Type

14

Age (Years)

2005

Year of Bottling

58.8%

ABV

Speyside

Region/Country

Independent Bottling

Bottling Type

Tasting Notes

Dave Broom

Taster

Nose: Plain nose, some sulphur, biscuit crumbs, marsh gas. Immature.

Palate: A mix of overripe fruits, pineapple essence, pear drops, then oak. Tart.

Finish: Hard.

Comment: No maturation.

Score: 6

Michael Jackson

Taster

Nose: Fresh. Leafy. A hint of citrus.

Palate: Light, firm, drying. Lemon zest. Sweet limes. Remarkably fruity.

Finish: Peppery. Slightly hot. Aggressive.

Comment: Serve as an aperitif. Chilled?

Score: 8

7
Overall Score

From The Distillery

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