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
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