GlenDronach 26 Years Old 1989 Single Cask No. 2662 (700ml)

GlenDronach 26 Years Old 1989 Single Cask No. 2662 Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Volume: 700ml           ABV: 54.8%           Age: 26 Years Old          Country: Scotland

Tasting Notes by Malt And Oak

Appearance: Medium Amber. Long thin, oily legs.

Nose: Dry Oloroso sherry, balsamic vinegar, honey, pears and warm fruit. Then a slight sour tartness appears followed by some milky coffee.  The spirit is quite active here.

Palate: Sweet, with that milky coffee element appearing. There’s a clear liquorice bitter-sweetness, coupled with a woody bite. Sherry sweetness is a constantly there holding everything together.  The liquorice re-appears.

Finish: Long.  Liquorice bitter-sweetness stays on the tongue and at the back of the mouth for a long time.

Water adds: Sour fruit and polish on the nose, with more pepper on the palate. The liquorice bite is increased on the finish.

Conclusion: Very enjoyable with a lovely flavour that flits between gentle sweetness and bitterness.  If you want a less explosive sherry bomb, this is most definitely a keeper. It makes a really nice partner to some of the more heavier whiskies.

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