Arran 10 Year Old
Cask Info: No.
ABV | Chill Filtration | Natural Color | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
46% | No | Yes | $42 |
Nose: It smells like a spring afternoon, sweet in a crisp way. Fruit cake, oatmeal biscuits, lemon meringue, green apple, and a touch of eucalyptus essential oil. With water, it becomes more floral and has a tea-like scent.
Palate: Despite the soft sweet aroma, it’s surprisingly bitey on arrival. With a little bit of swirl in mouth, I get honey, red apple peel, ginger, blackcurrant juice, and hints of pineapple.
Finish: Short to medium length. Malt sugar and slight oaky bitterness.
Final Thought: This whisky is like chardonnay in wine. It’s light-bodied but not bland. Personally, I prefer it without water. I feel like even drops of water take away too much complexity. Nevertheless, it’s a delightful whisky to sip away a relaxing evening. Very beginner-friendly, too!
Girl with Cask Strength Score: 86/100.
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