Glen Garioch Distillery
ABV 52.3%
I was put off by that sour/acidic vinegar note that seemed like a clear fault.
Arthur Motley
Glen Garioch
MWBH
Brand
15 Years Old
Expression
Single Malt
Type
15
Age (Years)
52.3%
ABV
Highland
Region/Country
Independent Bottling
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Estery, with melon, pear drops and ripe bananas. Meadow flower, varnish and something lightly chemical (sorry, couldn't put my finger on it). With water it turns like hot, dusty radiators, and turned a little acidic with a distinct whiff of vinegar.
Palate: Fruity, slightly peaty and woody. A little thin.
Finish: More woody bitterness.
Comment: I was put off by that sour/acidic vinegar note that seemed like a clear fault.
Score: 6.8
Taster
Nose: Young and spirity. Faintly citric freshness above a malty, biscuity base.
Palate: Crisp. Sweet. Minty.
Finish: Eucalyptus. Fresh and appetising.
Comment: A refreshing young whisky that would make a great aperitif when neat, or mixed in a classic Manhattan.
Score: 8
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