Tastes
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GlenDronach Revival 15 Year
Single Malt — Highlands, Scotland
Reviewed September 8, 2020 (edited May 1, 2021)My friend and I did a blind tasting comparing Macallan Classic Cut (51.7 ABV) and the Glendronach 15 (46 ABV). To our surprise, the Glendronach was such a superb dram. The Macallan had some classic sherry notes, but it also had a funk (I had a similar experience when I tasted the Macallan Double Cast 12 year and the Macallan 12 year). The higher ABV was evident in the finish of the Macallan. The nose on the Glendronach 15 was sweet, sherry, a little oak. The palate was amazing, with dark fruits notes, sweet and a medium finish that you wanted to last forever. For the price, at least in Virginia, these two are similar, but for me, the Glendronach 15 is a must-have and as soon as I finish mine, I will replace it.105.0 USD per Bottle -
Wow, this was an absolute outstanding experience. Never had a whisky like this. On the nose it was fruity, but the aroma of apricot was strong and unique to me. The palate was rich and full body with more fruits and dark spicy and leather (like Appleton Estate) in the background. The finish was long and very enjoyable. If I have the chance, I’ll get this one in the future.
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Macallan 12 Year Sherry Oak Cask (Old Bottling)
Single Malt — Highlands, Scotland
Reviewed September 2, 2020I compared this whisky to its sibling the double cask 12 year, and this one was a little flat, light and a little down. The nose was standard, honey, citrus and it had a little funk that I could not identify. The palate and finish were short lived. For the price of $80, there are many choices that could give you a great experience. -
I had the pleasure to try this dram and although it had very classic scotch characteristics, for the price and considering it was a Macallan, it was ok. The nose was a little fruity and spicy, and the palate was warm and lasting. Maybe a little honey and dark fruits. For $70 on a 12 year old, there are more flavorful whisky sour there for a better price.
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Some people will think that this is a great value, or that is not that impressive. This rum has an age statement of 21 years. Compared to other 21 years like Appleton Estate, the price for this bottle is a bargain. On the nose this is pleasant with notes is caramel, molasses and some tobacco and leather, but compared with the AE21, it seems lighter. The palate is very similar and the finish is good and medium lasting. Overall this is a good sipping rum and a great value, but it lacks the depth and body of AE21.
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Ron Barceló Imperial Onyx
Aged Rum — Dominican Republic
Reviewed August 29, 2020 (edited September 3, 2020)For those of you that like Diplomatico, this is a great alternative. The flavor profile is similar, but there’s a little more tobacco and leather. The finish is a little dry, but now as sweet as Diplomatico. The price makes this a great value. -
Longrow Peated
Single Malt — Campbeltown, Scotland
Reviewed August 23, 2020 (edited October 9, 2020)On the nose, slightly peaty and smoky, with trace of fruits and honey. A good choice for those that want to stray down the path of peated whisky. The palate and finish are enjoyable, not too strong and not to light. -
Port Askaig 110 Proof
Single Malt — Islay, Scotland
Reviewed August 23, 2020 (edited August 29, 2020)This was a surprising dram. On the nose and palate it reminded me of Port Charlotte Heavily Peated. Peat, smoke and salt water. There was a little citrus on the palate and there was something else that I could not point to a reference, but it was there every time. Overall this whisky brings a punch and is very enjoyable. -
Kavalan Solist Vinho Barrique Single Cask Strength
Single Malt — Taiwan
Reviewed August 15, 2020 (edited September 5, 2020)This whisky has a punch. At 57.8% this whisky last for miles. The aroma is sweet, rum like, honey and vanilla. The taste was complex, rich, full and left me wanting more. The finish is long thanks to the high ABV, so a little water opens this up to a higher level. It’s pricey, but it’s good.
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