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The Glenrothes 1994
Distiller Score 93
This whisky seems to get a greater influence from the sherry barrels with notes of raisins covered in dark chocolate and toasted almonds. There are flashes of freshly peeled lemon zest that pop up every now and then, but especially on the finish. Despite these tastes, the whisky is not as unctuous as it sounds, but rather graceful.
Reviewed by Stephanie Moreno
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The Glenrothes 1998
Distiller Score 89
This whisky has lots of juicy pear fruits topped with homemade vanilla whipped cream. Throw some coconut shavings on top and we have a winner!
Reviewed by Stephanie Moreno
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The Glenrothes 1995
Distiller Score 91
For those that like their whiskies on the sweet side, step right up. This is a creamy and rich whisky with notes of almond covered toffee. Ripe apple fruits covered with cinnamon syrup and hints of orange zest round out the flavor profile.
Reviewed by Stephanie Moreno
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Glengoyne 17 Year
Distiller Score 92
Toasted cereal, raisins, and honey aromas are found in the glass. The whisky is tangy and has a nutty & fruity profile with baked pears and orange peel standing out. Though the whisky is rich and chewy, it finishes on the dry side
Reviewed by Stephanie Moreno
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BenRiach 16 Year
Distiller Score 89
There is a note of salted nuts on the nose that quickly turns sweet and fruit filled. Dried fruit, vanilla, and peanut brittle fill the palate along with a smidgen of char smoke. The whisky feels soft and plush on sitting on your tongue; of course, you won't let it sit there for very long.
Reviewed by Stephanie Moreno
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Tullibardine 500 Sherry Finish
Distiller Score 89
A pronounced spicy, chocolate-y sherry character to the nose, with toasted malt, brown sugar, figs, and citrus zest. The taste is similarly big on the sherry influence, with dark stewed fruit, chocolate covered cherries, and cinnamon all underscored by Tullibardine's signature creamy texture.
Reviewed by Keith Allison
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Glen Grant 16 Year
Distiller Score 85
The nose is full of toasted grains and pear with a touch of popcorn and dark chocolate. Slightly richer than the 10 year old bottling, the fruity notes continue on the mid-palate with hints of coconut and vanilla from the barrels. The spice factor is kept to a minimum with the sweet, fruity nature of the whisky smoothing out any rough edges.
Reviewed by Stephanie Moreno
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Tullibardine 228 Burgundy Finish
Distiller Score 87
The Burgundy wine lends this whisky a nose of ripe red fruit, chocolate, and spice with a faint whiff of alcohol. Cream, toasted wood, and strawberries are there as well. The taste is big and rich, full of crème brûlée, baked apples, orange peel, red fruit, and nutmeg. A slight spiciness and dry oak assert themselves on a long, warm finish.
Reviewed by Keith Allison
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Arran Sauternes Cask Finish Single Malt
Distiller Score 85
Dessert like aromas aren't surprising with a Sauternes wine finish, so when you stick your nose in the glass, don't be alarmed when your first thought is a Snickers candy bar. Nuts and caramel continue on the palate along with pistachios and pears. Though you get honey on the back end, the finish is on the dry side. At the end of the day, it satisfies.
Reviewed by Stephanie Moreno
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The Glenrothes Alba Reserve
Distiller Score 87
The aroma are unmistakably markers for the American wood aging with aromas of vanilla and coconut. Cinnamon and ginger are in attendance and there is a beeswax quality to the texture and taste of the whisky.
Reviewed by Stephanie Moreno
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BenRiach 12 Year
Distiller Score 88
The aroma and taste is previewed for us in the amber honey color of the whisky. There is a fair amount of orange zest as well as a nutty quality on both the nose and palate. The whisky is soft and round before it finishes with a bite of chocolate.
Reviewed by Stephanie Moreno
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Balblair 2002 1st Release
Distiller Score 88
There is a nice fruit granola aroma happening with apricot, cherry, and coconut standing out in particular. The whisky is soft and plush on your palate to start and finishes with a dry and tangy ending. The fruit flavors found on the nose deepen to more of a dried fruit profile and barrel spices weave in the whisky quite nicely.
Reviewed by Stephanie Moreno