Blair Athol 13 yo 1993/2006

Blair Athol 13 yo 1993/2006

Connoisseur's Choice, Gordon & Macphail
Single malt - Central Highlands
White wine
43% ABV
Sampler

Nose: Leather, lemon juice, lemons, coca cola, orange juice, bananas, hints of peat.
Mouthfeel: Medium body, static, slightly watery around the edges.
Tasting: Sour. Lemons, vanilla, honey, leather, lemon juice, orange juice, hints of peat.
Finish: Medium. Tart, lemon juice, leather, orange juice, vanilla.

Comments:

This whisky is surprisingly sour. It's tartness is mouth-puckering, and there's a strange sour aftertaste left on the lips. That said, there are some sweet fragrant notes that appear on the tongue, particularly honey and vanilla. A strangely fresh-tasting dram.

Verdict:

Not bad.