nose : Blooming heather and distant bonfire smoke. Soft notes of barley sugar and freshly baked bread are brightened with hints of lemon zest and green apple peel, underpinned by delicate florals. Peat smoke is present but restrained.
palate : A symphony of honeyed malt, toasted grain and a distinctive earthiness greet the palate. Orchard fruits, citrus and a touch of vanilla sweetness follow, whilst delicate threads of smoke and salinity weave through the malt, providing a gentle counterpoint to heather and coconutty gorse.
finish : A medium-length finish of sweet barley, accompanied by subtle floral notes, which give way to the gentle smokiness of a beach bonfire. Citrus and a touch of minerality linger on.
Nose: Mortlach 16 Year Old reveals intense aromas of ripe fruit, vanilla and honey, with a hint of smoke.
Mouthfeel: On the palate, this single malt from the Speyside region offers rich flavors of dark chocolate, dried fruit and spice, with a velvety texture and hints of oak.
Finish: The finish of Mortlach 16 Year Old is long and warm, leaving lingering notes of candied fruit and toffee on the palate. A complex, well-balanced whisky that will delight single malt enthusiasts.
Nose: Citrus, tropical fruit and malty sweetness. Floral notes (rose and violet), fresh vanilla beans, candied orange and creamy fudge.
Mouth: Malted barley underscored by popcorn, brown sugar and warm porridge. Bere barley offers a smooth texture with sweet aromas of apricot, peach, melon and candied orange.
Finish: Milk chocolate, crushed barley and crème brûlée with a hint of mango, orange blossom and sweet honey.
Nose: Glen Ord Signatory 100 proof n°22 reveals complex notes of ripe fruit, honey and spices. Feel: On the palate, this single malt reveals rich flavors of caramel, vanilla and dried fruit, with a hint of oak. Finish: The finish is long and warm, giving way to woody and spicy notes that linger pleasantly on the palate.
Nose: Glenmorangie A Tale of Ice Cream reveals sweet, creamy aromas, reminiscent of vanilla and caramel. Feel: On the palate, this whisky reveals notes of vanilla ice cream and tropical fruit, with a touch of white chocolate. Finish: The finish is smooth and creamy, leaving a sensation of freshness on the palate.
This Bruichladdich is extremely creamy, maritime and bright. Full of power and peppery, waxy texture, it shows the robustness of Islay whisky without the peat. And it's a true island single malt, evocative and beautifully coastal and mineral.
nose : Blooming heather and distant bonfire smoke. Soft notes of barley sugar and freshly baked bread are brightened with hints of lemon zest and green apple peel, underpinned by delicate florals. Peat smoke is present but restrained.
palate : A symphony of honeyed malt, toasted grain and a distinctive earthiness greet the palate. Orchard fruits, citrus and a touch of vanilla sweetness follow, whilst delicate threads of smoke and salinity weave through the malt, providing a gentle counterpoint to heather and coconutty gorse.
finish : A medium-length finish of sweet barley, accompanied by subtle floral notes, which give way to the gentle smokiness of a beach bonfire. Citrus and a touch of minerality linger on.