ABV 63.1%
A big, rich interpretation; an outstanding digestif.
Michael Jackson
Mortlach
Brand
1980, 17 Years Old, Cask Strength
Expression
Single Malt
Type
17
Age (Years)
63.1%
ABV
Speyside
Region/Country
Standard (Distillery or blended)
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Distinct peat character; stalky. Lime skins.
Palate: Flowery: buttercups. Syrupy, with rich sherry notes. Very big in the middle, with lots of flavour development. Soft mint humbugs.
Finish: More mint, becoming drier.
Comment: A big, rich interpretation; an outstanding digestif.
Score: 9
Taster
Nose: A sulphury sherry note. Alas, still present when reduced.
Palate: Malt and fruit richness, dry oakiness. The off-notes vanish leaving a big maltiness.
Finish: Smoky, slightly peaty and chocolatey.
Comment: Not very well balanced.
Score: 6.5
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