The Cooper's Choice
8.2

The Cooper's Choice

Aberfeldy Distillery

1974

ABV 46%

All the classic flavour elements. With its character \"freshness\", Aberfeldy often shines at younger ages. Here it excels in middle age.

Michael Jackson

Specification

The Cooper's Choice

Aberfeldy

Brand

1974

Expression

Single Malt

Type

No age statement

Age (Years)

46%

ABV

Highland

Region/Country

Independent Bottling

Bottling Type

Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson

Taster

Nose: Warm, sweet, nutty, appetising.

Palate: Very full flavours, beautifully rounded. Rich maltiness; orange fruit; slight smokiness; but no astringency; perfectly balanced.

Finish: Fresh, sweetish, spiciness and smoky dryness. Both restrained. Perfect balance.

Comment: All the classic flavour elements. With its character \"freshness\", Aberfeldy often shines at younger ages. Here it excels in middle age.

Score: 8

Dave Broom

Taster

Nose: Rich and soft with an oily feel. Raisin, dried fruits, turf, oak, malt, heavily perfumed roses, orange peel. Good balance.

Palate: Gentle, oily and soft. Macadamia nut, toffee.

Finish: Dies a little. Dried fruits.

Comment: A gentle dram from a strangely forgotten distillery. More like this please.

Score: 8.3

8.2
Overall Score

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