SMWS 59.32 (Teaninich 21 yo 1983/2005)

SMWS 59.32 (Teaninich 21 yo 1983/2005)

2005, SMWS
Single malt - North Highlands
Sun gold
54.8% ABV
Dram

Nose: Butter, raisins, rum, salt caramel, hints of ginger, hints of apple.
Mouthfeel: Light body, watery, hot, slightly astringent.
Tasting: Sweet salty. Popcorn, raisins, salt caramel, galangal, ginger, apple crumble, butter, hints of peat.
Finish: Short. Honeydew melon, apple, ginger, soursop, new plastic.

Comments:

Tastes quite strong despite coming in a tad under 55% ABV. Not very easy drinking - a little too harsh on the tongue. Still, this whisky rewarded some quiet reflection sitting in the corner. Interesting ketone-y notes.

Verdict:

I like this.