
6 ratings
Bottle Information
- Brand
- Arran
- Age
- 15 years
- ABV
- 53.7%
- Volume
- 700 ml
- Category
- Single Malt Whisky
- Distillery
- Arran
- Distillation Year
- 02.1996
- Bottling Year
- 03.2011
- Cask Types
- Refill Hogshead
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Tasting Notes & Reviews
Expert analysis and tasting impressions
Blimey, this one's got a right malty kick, like, with apples and a bit of vanilla comin' through. 🥃 The finish is smooth as, with a smidge of smoke lingerin'... really moreish, innit? 😊 Aye, the mouthfeel's creamy-like, and there's a whisper of honey on the nose. Just a smashing dram for a quiet night.
First sip, it's rich and smokey. 🍯 Honey sweetness comes through, with a hint of vanilla. Woody undertones too. Sometimes a bit fruity, maybe? Really enjoyabel. 🥃 A little spicy kick at the end. 😋
Right then, just had a wee dram and here's what I'm thinkin' 🤔 Whisky's got this lovely warmth, like sittin' by a proper fire after a cold walk. First sip? Bit of a kick, that alcohol hit, but not rough, y'know? Then comes the honey an' vanilla sweetness, sorta like a warm scone with jam 😋 Wait... there's a hint of smoke too, but not like a bonfire more like distant campfire smoke mixed with... hmm, dark chocolate? An' maybe some dried fruit, raisins or sumpin'. Finish is long an' a bit oaky, leaves you feelin' all cozy inside 🥰 Quite nice for a Friday evening. Might have another small one later 👍
Oh mate, this whisky's got a real warm and rich vibe going on! 😊 Bit of smokiness there, with some sweet notes coming through. Really smooth on the palate, enjoy it loads. 👍 Sometimes a hint of spice creeps in, but nice like. Perfect for a cozy night in. 🥃 Flavours just linger nicely, love it!
Wow, this one's a journey! 😮 First sip – gets the tongue with some sweet cherry 🍒 and vanilla, kinda creamy. Then the smoke comes in, but it's soft, not like a bonfire... more like smouldering wood 🔥. There's a bit of spice at the back, maybe cinnamon? 🍂 And a weirdly good note of old leather and a faint smell of tobacco... in a nice way. Second sip, and the apple 🍎 comes out, stewed with honey 🍯. It's warming, but not harsh. Coats the mouth nicely. Finish is long, with that smoke and a hint of malt lingering. Properly complex, this one. 🥃 Gonna need to sit with it a bit more.
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