Tomatin Distillery
ABV 50.6%
A restorative dram for those quiet, reflective moments
Rob Allanson
Scott's Selection
Brand
1988, 23 Years Old
Expression
Single Malt
Type
23
Age (Years)
2011
Year of Bottling
50.6%
ABV
Highland
Region/Country
Independent Bottling
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Oak and caramel vie for position, then cut grass and a little citrus.
Palate: Again citrus brings a lift, creamy. Mouthfilling and slick. Glacé cherries and marzipan notes as well.
Finish: Rich and coating.
Comment: A restorative dram for those quiet, reflective moments
Score: 7.8
Taster
Nose: Shy. Grassy. Angelica and tarragon. Aniseed freshness. Hint of lime. Unwinds slowly. Rhubarb compote. Gets perfumy. Touch of vetiver.
Palate: Round, velvety. Alcohol is perfectly integrated. Lemon posset. A touch of\rbakewell tart.
Finish: Refreshing. Mint chocolate.
Comment: A dram which needs time to open. Good balance, some complexity and\rfirm body.
Score: 8
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