Master of Malt

Isle of Arran Distillery

1996, 12 Years Old

Master of Malt

ABV: 54.7%

Age: 12 Years Old

Style: Single Malt

Country: Scotland

Region: Islands (Non Islay)

Bottling: Master of Malt

Overall
Score

8.0

Tasting Notes

Nose

Light and sweet.Butterscotch.Vanilla waffle.Cappuccino.Very creamy.

Palate

Smooth.Velvety.Lots of toffee.Pear nectar.Tiramisù.A dessert buffet in a glass!

Finish

Crisp, spicy. Fizzy. Ginger ale.A fresh note of mint.

Comment

An enticing combination of pudding-like flavours and crisp texture.Sweet but not cloying at all.

Taster Score

8.0

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