ABV 46%
A distinctive style all of its own.
Christopher Coates
Scapegrace
Brand
Scapegrace
Bottler
Chorus II
Expression
Single Malt
Type
No age statement
Age (Years)
46%
ABV
New Zealand
Region/Country
Standard (Distillery or blended)
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Amber, sandalwood, and musk. Nectarine and fermenting fruits. Chestnut mushrooms in butter. Rancio. Milk chocolate, raisin, and salted pistachio. Candied citrus peels and coconut water.
Palate: Medium-full. Sweet and savoury, like beef cooked with plums and peaches. Nutmeg and maple syrup over waffles. Black tea tannin grip.
Finish: Medium, on pistachio, with a lingering savoury note.
Comment: A distinctive style all of its own.
Score: 8
Taster
Nose: Rich orange notes, barbequed peach, sea-salt dark chocolate, and a hint of menthol. Pecan brittle. A dusting of baking spices: cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Crispy duck fat and fruity gravy.
Palate: Medium-full. Blackcurrant, peach, and a hint of caramelised pineapple. Gentle mentholic clove. Chai latte, and bitter coffee, like used grounds. Burnt ends of beef. A hint of smores.
Finish: Long, on coffee-flavoured dark chocolate and blackcurrant jam.
Comment: An intriguing profile and good balance.
Score: 8.2
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