What? Another #101drams whisky? Yep, again thanks to The Auld Alliance.
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I actually got the opportunity a few weeks ago at the SMWS Sydney tasting (a 16yo SMWS release), but was keen to try the Original Bottling 10yo, as that's what I put on the #101drams list.
Ben Nevis 10yo (46% ABV, 10yo, Highlands, Scotland)
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Nose: Sherried, with as strong scent of pastries - croissants, apple strudel.
Palate: Somewhat unexpected, but - vanilla ice cream and sweet, slightly salted caramel (sounds like something Gelato Messina would offer right!?)
Finish: Medium length, sweet to the end. Slight bitterness.
Rating (on my very non-scientific scale): 91/100. Whilst I mightn't rush out and buy it, I can see the reason for the popularity of this whisky (and that is a very cool, old-school label).
Cheers,
- Martin.
- Martin.
Love the Messina reference
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