Review & Tasting Notes
A unique expression of Ardbeg Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky. this 13 year scotch is a great first edition to thier anthology.
| Tasting Notes | |
|---|---|
| Color | Deep amber gold |
| Nose | Nose Very distinctively oily, with touches of extra virgin olive oil, sweet briar wood, aromatic herbs (coriander & sage) and a suggestion of smoked lemon peel. A splash of water releases more oiliness, like linseed oil, a gentle waxiness, and a burst of perfumed, aromatic carbolic soap, and finally, a whiff of crème brulee |
| Palate | Palate A soft, oily, mouthcoating texture leads into a rich, sweet, smoky palate, with hints of oak moss, treacle, aniseed lozenges and a lovely, sweet, woody/balsamic flavour. This is then followed by smoked apricots and eucalyptus oil |
| Finish | Finish Finally comes a lingering, sweet/smoky aftertaste, with a touch of cumin, cardamon and the merest hint of coconut |
How We Rated It
| JH RATING | |
|---|---|
| 4.00 | Nose |
| 4.25 | Palate |
| 4.25 | Finish |
| 5.00 | Presentation |
| 8.75 Overall Score | |
| W2 RATING | |
|---|---|
| 3.75 | Nose |
| 4.00 | Palate |
| 4.00 | Finish |
| 5.00 | Presentation |
| 8.38 Overall Score | |