Shackleton Blended Malt

I really enjoy the nose on this whisky but the palate slightly lets it down. Having said that, for the price you pay it’s a really decent drink. I would love to try this bottled at 46% rather than 40% as I suspect that would make all the difference - but as a historical recreation it’s a brilliant idea and well-executed. Nose. Lemon, vanilla, butterscotch and cereal. There might be some brine as well. Palate. Lacking a bit of depth, but there’s some apple, honey and smoke. Finish. The fruit disappears quickly, but there’s a nice peppery smoke that lingers.

This is what I imagine blended scotches *could* be if they skipped the grain for straight malt. MUCH richer mouthfeel and flavor than a blend, but a similar “down home plate” flavor profile. By comparison, Chivas is 80 proof same as this, has less flavor and is $40 vs $30. Overall…its pretty tasty, if accessible and middle of the road.

Smells like a dusty bookcase. Tastes like honey spilled on a leather satchel. Embrace the experience!