Bunnahabhain Distillery
ABV 59.4%
I admired its feistiness, but I might be more comfortable with a greater degree of maturity.
Michael Jackson
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society
Brand
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society
Bottler
10.56 – 6 Years Old
Expression
Single Malt
Type
6
Age (Years)
2003
Year of Bottling
59.4%
ABV
Islay
Region/Country
Independent Bottling
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Aromatic. Somewhere in the distance, they are burning heather.
Palate: Malty dryness. Straight-ahead attack. Powerful. Grips the taste sensors and won't let go.
Finish: Sweet but peppery.
Comment: I admired its feistiness, but I might be more comfortable with a greater degree of maturity.
Score: 7.5
Taster
Nose: Rich and soft. Ridiculously creamy: blackberry cheesecake, semi-dried fruits, roasted nuts. Voluptuous.
Palate: Spicy and dark with ginger notes. Fruit cake, smoked paprika, butter, dried fruit.
Finish: Palo Cortado, nutty, marzipan.
Comment: A big soft beast of a dram. More please!
Score: 8.5
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