Distillery | Ben Nevis |
Bottler | Daily Dram |
Serie | Poisonous frogs |
Bottled for | Bresser & Timmer Netherlands |
Distilled date | 1996 |
Bottling date | 2018 |
Country | Scotland |
Region | Highlands |
Age | 21 |
Cask Type | Ex-Refill Sherry Butt |
Cask Number | X |
Alcohol percentage | 50.6 |
Volume | 0,70 |
Condition | Perfect |
Label | Perfect |
Stock | 0 |
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The nose, to me at least, is classic Ben Nevis. Whereas for many that might be a selling point, it isn't for me. The palate however, is such a dramatic step up that it lifts to overall score to something very acceptable.
Nose
A whiff of sulphur to open things up, accompanied by a metallic/acidic aroma that I've come to associate with Ben Nevis, as well as baby puke. Soft notes of rye bread, and a whisper of orange peel, lemon juice and candlewax.
Taste
Lovely creamy stuff, and incredible step up from the nose. A wonderful citrus influence, and subtle notes of honeycomb, as well as soft herbs and spices. Light coriander notes, a hint of nutmeg.
Finish
Orange syrup and lingering spices