Aberlour Glenlivet 1965 8 Year Old

Aberlour 12 Year Old Double Cask Matured

When I first opened it there was a over-ripen grapes flavor that was a bit overwhelming. It also contained strong bourbon notes. Over time ( at about 2/3 of the bottle), it settled and a velvety vanilla, bread pudding cake emerged with raisins,cinnamon,cinnamon, nutmeg,oak. I was surprised how much alcohol burn it had. Good, solid sherry bomb. I...

Score 81/100

Aberlour A'bunadh

My first experience of an A'bunadh, from batch 45 and purchased in 2013 after being highly recommended from a wide range of sources. Nose - Lots of sherry sweetness, sweet but closed at first, slightly acetone and wood varnish, lots of vanilla fudge, some maple syrup. Opens up a lot with water. Very rich, loads of red fruits, fruit compote, cough...

Score 90/100

Aberlour A'bunadh

Now, with all the praising reviews this whisky has gotten, I definitely had high hopes for this one. I have to say it didn't immediately blow me away, but this dram is definitely impressive and something I'll gladly enjoy at any time. All tasting notes are with a splash of water. The color is deep and dark amber, a beautiful color truly. Nose:...

Score 89/100

Aberlour 16 Year Old Double Cask

The Aberlour 16yr is a 43% ABV whisky double cask matured in both ex-bourbon casks and ex-sherry butts, which gives it the signature "depth of character ... distinctive fruitiness and spiciness" of the distillery. The sherry gives the whisky a deep "rich golden amber" color according to the distillery, giving it a beautiful...

Score 90/100