Price: $50 for 750ml

Distilled/Owned by: Aberlour / Chivas Brothers Ltd.

Region: Speyside

48% ABV

Mashbill: 100% malted barley

Aged For: 12 Years

Cask Type: Sherry casks

Chill Filtered: No

Color Added: Yes

 

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Color: Dark Amber

Drank: Neat, in a glencairn.

Nose: Raisins, rich dried fruits, caramel, chocolate, orange, and vanilla

Mouthfeel: Full bodied.

Palate/Taste: Ginger, pepper, sultana, caramel, and latte notes.

Finish: Strong, a bit of a strange funk, followed by vanilla and fruity citrus.

Thoughts: A good solid 12 year sherried scotch. Finish was slightly off-putting.

Score: 82 out of 100