Dewar's White Label

I typically have a large bottle of blended scotch that I use as a daily drinker, almost a guard bottle for the better stuff. This is the first time I purchased Dewars White, and although I will finish this bottle no problem I won't buy it again. It's very mediocre, nothing special at all, in fact I am struggling to find anything I particularly like about it. On a blind taste test I am not sure I would be able to pick it out from any of the other blends, but next time I will be probably going back to Ballantine's Finest, or Whyte & Mackay special blend. Specificallly the Ballantine's has a lot more going on flavour wise (chocolate, leather, old books, etc.) Price noted, $34 is for a large 1.14 litre bottle at the BC Gov Liquor Store.

A world classic, this is the first time i taste it i have to confess. And i got to say it is a little bit boring, with some remarks that helps this dram. Light gold watery color. Bottled at 40% abv. On the nose you geat a beautiful mild peatyness, better than the stinky Johnnie Walker Red label, after a few seconds you will find Plum and Orange. As time passes Citrus aromas take the lead. The aroma is simple but plessant. There is suppossed to be honey in there but i can't pervceive it. Suprisingly good at the first taste, it is Sweet and spicy. The honey is there. Finish is medium with a hint of peat. Medium bodied. Pleasant and enjoyable. There is a mild hot kick right before the swallow. Overall it is nice but way to simple. I added water to discover something else, i killed it. I dont usually add water to any whisky. I did it to find something else, but now is water in a glass, all flavor is lost now. I believe this is suitable for sweet cocktails.

Light sweet aroma and taste

Nose - herbal and floral with some lemon peel, slightly medicinal and a hint of honey Taste - light and floral, honey and vanilla sweetness, some barrel bitterness Finish - the sweetness fades quickly and leaves behind some dry bitterness, very light heat

My Rating Glossary: Two Stars: "I'd rather be drinking lite beer." Two 1/2 Stars: "Posh rubbish." Three Stars: "I love whisk(e)y. This is average love." Three 1/2 Stars: "May buy again." Four Stars: "I've got to get you into my life." Four 1/2 Stars: "Better than drugs." Five Stars: "Life is good. Whisky makes it better."