The Antiquary 12 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky

Product of: United Kingdom

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This 'deluxe' 12 year old blended Scotch is named after a novel by Sir Walter Scott. Antiquary was originally blended by John and William Hardie, who founded their partnership in Edinburgh in 1857. It is known for its diamond shaped bottle - the stealth bomber of the whisky world.

Review and Tasting

Sampled on 26/11/2012

Appearance:

Clear, pale golden amber.

Aroma:

Red apple, chamois leather and buttery croissants with faint cinnamon and nutmeg spice.

Taste:

Dry, lightly smoked peaty notes balance sweet red apple, cashew nut and chargrilled sweetcorn with spicy freshly sawn oak.

Aftertaste:

Leathery finish with lingering spicy oak.