Balmenach 2004 Connoisseurs Choice Whisky

6 March 2013

A new Connoisseurs Choice bottling of Balmenach, rarely seen as a Single Malt, this Balmenach was Distilled back in 2004.

Tasting information:
Colour – Pale Golden.
Without water the nose has a delicate herbal and aniseed edge, and on the Palate it has hints of black pepper with a defined burst of milk chocolate.
With water the nose is fresh with a pronounced malty and charred oak edge, on the palate, it turns to Dark chocolate – smooth and creamy
Body – Light to medium
Finish – Smooth and buttery

From Refill Sherry hogsheads

A nice, light aperitif from Gordon & MacPhail.

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