Aberlour 16 Year Old Double Cask

Aberlour 16 Year Old Double Cask

Like its younger sibling, the Aberlour 16 has a spritely way about it. Vegetation, honey, and floral scents on the nose remind me of springtime. The body is quite full--It clings to the sides of the glass for a very long time. The palate is very similar to the nose. The finish is long, with a faint kick of bitterness just at the end which rounds...

Score 82/100

Aberlour 16 Year Old Double Cask

After being spoiled by the A'Bunadh last week, I tried the 16. And although a very solid dram, it kind of feels like going from galloping on a horse to a nice trot. Still very fun, still highly enjoyable, but you miss the excitement. Nose: Good. Very good. Cherry, sherry, vanilla, spice, with some cinnamon. I like this! Palate: It has a nice...

Score 85/100

Aberlour 16 Year Old Double Cask

My In-Laws had a bottle of this in the back of their closet. With their blessing I was able to taste it. Nose: Soft and rounded with apples and cinnamon Taste: Sweet and smooth. A nice sweet syrup fills the palate. The taste of apples comes out with a trailing cinnamon after taste. Finish: Warm and powerful. Short finish. I look forward to my next...

Score 86/100

Aberlour 16 Year Old Double Cask

In general I don't know what I think of Aberlour. The 10yo was far too sweet for my liking. A'bunadh is much better but generally I don't go for lighter sweeter style malt. Having said that, I do like variety and experiencing the full range of whiskies available. The nose on this very strong with apples and toffee, (toffee apples!). Pears very...

Score 84/100