Glenburgie 21yo 1997/2018

Glenburgie 21yo 1997/2018

Old Particular, Douglas Laing
Single malt - Speyside
Amber gold
51.5% ABV
Dram

Nose: Papaya, gooseberries, autumn leaves, brass polish, hints of raspberries 
Mouthfeel: Light body, mouth coating, watery, loosens. 
Tasting:  Bitter sour. Gooseberries, chocolate, brass polish, hints of roast beef. 
Finish: Long. Chocolate, corn on the cob, coffee, autumn leaves. 

Comments: 

My first thoughts were, "ok, I have a lot to learn about whisky". This was confusing, to say the least - clean, fruity flavours were surrounded by earthy, even slightly metallic notes. The finish was the best bit, bittersweet, cereally, and earthy.

Verdict:

I like this.