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Whisky Galore 1988, Aged 16 Year, Cask Strength

Whisky Galore

Whisky Galore

Mortlach Distillery

1988, Aged 16 Year, Cask Strength

Whisky Galore

ABV: 57.9%

Age: 16 Years Old

Year Bottled: 2005

Style: Single Malt

Country: Scotland

Region: Speyside

Overall
Score

7.8

Tasting Notes

Nose

Tinned pears, parma ham, aniseed, lemon balm, grass and a little earthiness. Lime juice.

Palate

Lemon sorbet, biscuits and a sweet meatiness.

Finish

A light toffeeness.

Comment

Speyside style.

Taster Score

7.5

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