alc./vol: 43.4%
Proof: 86.8°
Vintage: Non-vintage
Aged: No age statement
Product of:
United Kingdom
Released in August 2014, this non-age-statement Mortlach is a blend of malts aged in four different types of casks: 1st fill ex-bourbon, refill ex-bourbon, heavily charred hogsheads and sherry seasoned European oak casks.
The choice of the unusual 43.4% bottling strength was inspired by vintage labels stating a 86.8 proof for export to the USA.
Review and Tasting
Sampled on 22/08/2014
Appearance:
Clear, golden amber.
Aroma:
Earthy, nutty and fruity with green apple and pear. Notes of fennel seed, flaky pastry, grilled almond/amaretto. Water amplifies fennel seed and reveals faint floral honeysuckle.
Taste:
Fruity and superbly balanced. Fruit cake/Eccles cakes with flaky pastry, toasty oak, earthy cinnamon and fennel spice. Water brings out more earthiness, nutmeg, fennel and black pepper spice.
Aftertaste:
Faintly metallic, earthy, fennel finish with stewed orchard fruit and cacao.
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Product Information
Closure: Natural cork stopper
More about Mortlach Rare Old
Produced by: Mortlach Distillery
Owned by: Diageo plc
UK distribution by: Diageo Great Britain
UK trade PR by: Cognis Public Relations
Owned by: Diageo plc
UK distribution by: Diageo Great Britain
UK trade PR by: Cognis Public Relations
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