Glenfiddich Distillery
ABV 48.9%
Despite the rich descriptors, I found this slightly sharp with some vintage Glenfiddichs.
Michael Jackson
The Whisky Exchange
Brand
The Whisky Exchange
Bottler
1974, 50th Anniversary of the Queen's Coronation
Expression
Single Malt
Type
No age statement
Age (Years)
48.9%
ABV
Speyside
Region/Country
Independent Bottling
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Pastry out of a hot oven. Slightly smoky. Fresh pears in butterscotch sauce.
Palate: Light to medium body. Like exploring a box of chocolates. Milk chocolate first, then dark. Chocolate limes (perhaps the odd kumquat), then mint creams.
Finish: Liqueur-ish. Soothing.
Comment: Despite the rich descriptors, I found this slightly sharp with some vintage Glenfiddichs.
Score: 8.3
Taster
Nose: Aromatic. Hyacinth, raisin, dried apple, chocolate cake, preserved plum. Good depth and complexity.
Palate: Soft with a good steady flow. Chocolate ganash, orange, tobacco. Flattens a little towards the finish. Good grip.
Finish: Fragrant. Spiced oranges. Grand Champagne Cognac.
Comment: All very elegant and sophisticated.
Score: 8.8
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