PBMichiganWolverine
Glen Scotia 2008 Ruby Port Finish (2018 Campbeltown Malts Festival)
Single Malt — Campbeltown, Scotland
Reviewed
January 18, 2019 (edited April 3, 2020)
Sometimes you’re just in the mood for something smoky, sooty, and rugged. Something that complements the elements outside during this cold northeastern nights where the temperature is below 20. And thanks to a pour graciously sent by @LeeEvolved, this beauty perfectly fits the mood. Personally, I believe Cambeltown is the new Islay. Between the likes of Springbank, Kilkerran and Glen Scotia, they’re producing some amazing things there at reasonable prices ( unlike Ardbeg, where I feel as if I need to sell a lung for their special releases). I’m loving the nose on this...dirty sooty smoky. But with a touch of sweetness from the port pipes. And the taste...you first get a tinge of sweet then a monsoon of smoke and earth. I think the finishing heat is a bit much, I can still feel the burn after a few seconds, but it’s nothing that a splash of water can’t calm. Great pour at a reasonable price...can’t ask for more. Thanks Lee!
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