Oban Bay Reserve (Game of Thrones-The Night's Watch)

Not a bad dram. Fairly smooth, can taste the sherry finish and nice mouthfeel.

-2June2020

Yet another Game of Thrones whisky, and to be honest this is actually a good expression. Maybe the second best after the great Lagavulin 9yo. Oban always live to the expectation and even if this is one very straightforward dram, it is a very enjoyable one as well. If served in a blind tasting you wouldn't guess it is an Oban. Bottled at 43%abv On the nose: Blackberry marmalade, dim Liquorice notes, Strawberry and more Red fruits. On the palate, Pepper and cinnamon. Red fruits marmalade. Jam. Aftertaste is salty with hints of liquorice. This is the only moment you actually experience some of the classic salty notes from Oban. Overall this is an easy drinkable whisky. For the Game of Thrones collection it mantains the mood of the whole set, easy drinkable, not bad but nothing remarkable. 84 over 100.

Fruity and smoky, complex in character, very tasty with a spicy finish. Thin, non-oily, I was pleasantly surprised by the flavors. I like these Speysides :)