Aberfeldy Distillery
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
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
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
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
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