Pure Scot Virgin Oak 43
less floral
Kilkerran 12 Year
Single Malt
Kilkerran // Campbeltown, Scotland
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GeologyJack
Reviewed February 15, 2017 (edited November 16, 2018)When I describe a whisky, I typically try include a description of the setting, the scenery, the circumstances, the people, because I've found that all of this contributes to my enjoyment of the pour. But in this tasting there was none of that. Just me and the whiskey, and it was going to have to stand on its own. And that it did, admirably. I noticed first its very pale color and the way it coated the glass - many slow and small legs. My nasal appraisal identified just a hint of smoke, celery and some marshy notes (in a good way). I took my time nosing it because it was so pleasantly "scotchy". Tasting it without any added water, I found it almost explosive on my tongue, with spice notes of mint, anise and basil, with a somewhat oily mouthfeel. "Young" popped into my mind. Adding a wee bit of water really changed things up, or maybe it was just a matter of more time in the open glass, but the whiskey offered up so much more for the nose - kind of a buttery sweet rolled oats and caramel corn concoction. And the taste was somewhat sweeter, less spicy, and I was picking up some woody barrel notes. The finish was pleasantly long and tingling. Dry glass notes were floral. Thank you so much Pranay for providing me with this opportunity to sample this fine Campbeltown whisky. And my apologies for the delayed posting of this note and its recognition of you generosity. -
Joe_C
Reviewed February 11, 2017 (edited January 12, 2018)Wow! Just wow! I was not expecting something this well-crafted from such a young distillery. Sure it has the full backing of J&A Mitchell, but this is accomplishment at another level. From beginning to end the whisky enchants your lips and tongue - pears (and crisp green apples) marry sweet peat and honey to offer your nose true complexity. The mouthfeel is oily and full-bodied, with a touch of smoke and saltiness to compliment your first impression. The finish is fairly long and balanced, inviting you for further sips. BUY IF YOU CAN GET YOUR HANDS ON IT! -
jtampio
Reviewed January 31, 2017 (edited May 4, 2017)Would definitely give this a 92 or higher. Wonderful mix of youthful zesty lemon cream and mature salty tang.
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