And yes, another one for the ‘101’ list! I started tasting many of the samples I accumulated over the last couple of months a while ago. I had to, since the shelf was full and I didn’t it to spill over to other parts of my cupboard. Luckily, Jolanda from Drinks & Gifts had samples of this one, since its rather hard to get a drop from. I didn’t want to buy the bottle, since it is supposed to be one of the gentlest single malts available, and I usually prefer somewhat bolder flavours.

Nose:
Soft sweet honey with a fresh hint of recently sawed wood. Creamy and something autumnal, like small cigars. At one point I thought to get a hint of leafy herbs, like basil and parsley.

Taste:
Again, loads of light and sweet honey. A tad dry with some peaches. Rather simple to be honest.

Finish:
The finish is a bit more exciting with some spices added to the honey mix.

Well, it is smooth. Its also a bit simple. What it does, it does very well, but to me, its just not a really enticing dram. There’s not enough going on to keep me hooked and I found my mind wandering rather quickly. Good, but boring.

Aberfeldy 21, 40%, available for € 89 at the Whiskykoning.

Find a bottle here.

Nose: 6
Taste:4
Finish: 6
Overal experience: 4
Price/quality: 0

Total: 20 points