Bruichladdich Yellow Submarine WMDII 14 Year

Prepare yourselves, i have a review for a legendary whisky that i have tasted; one with a lovely story that even became part of the permanent decoration of the distillery. This is the story of Bruichladdich Yellow Submarine 1991, WMD II (Whisky of Mass Distinction). Back in 2005, a local farmer saw a metallic thing in the sea just in front of the Bruichladdich distillery, which was hitting the rocks. It happened to be a Royal Navy yellow submarine, with a marking that said "MOD" (Ministry of Defense). Bruichladdich personnel called the goverment but they denied that they were missing a mine detector submarine. The distillery staff took it out of the water and stored it in the premises. After a couple of days, some big helicopters came to Islay to take the submarine back; it was the British ministry of defense. The submarine was retrieved. Of course, Bruichladdich made a full size replica as an ornament for the distillery and released this 14yo whisky, that has obtained the "legendary" status. Bottled at 46%abv and in some internet stores this goes for 2k. On the nose, it is perfect. Cotton candy, peaches, hazelnut, nutmeg and white Ritter chocolate. After a first sip it released an almond note which is marvelous. Pistachios, Nutella and churros. Waffer with nutella. Incredible. On the palate, it is nice but a little simple. A peach madness, apple strudel and the typical shampoo note from Bruichladdich. Aftertaste is elegant and delicious, but i would like it to be a little more complex. Sulphur and spicy notes. Cotton. Overall, after the great aroma, the palate and aftertaste didn't lived for the expectations that the nose created. A very good whisky, with an increible story, i believe that the price of this has gone way to high, and that makes this very good whisky in a bad deal to drink. As an investment, this bottle is certainly been sought by many people. My score for this is a 90 over 100.

Nose: Tangy, citrus Palate: Bitter, dry, tangy Finish: Dry, a little short Sadly not a patch on the later version.

Not on 25 year level of course but still very good. Nose: Honey, Cantaloupes, Strawberries, Peaches, Vanilla, Almonds, Oranges, Marzipan, Bananas, Coconuts Palate: Raisins, Vanilla, Blackberries, Prunes, Dark Chocolate, Luxardo Cherries, Peaches, Honey, Banana Walnut Bread Finish: Vanilla, Raisins, Brown Sugar, Coconuts, Banana Bread