Glenkinchie 27yo 50% Old Malt Cask Douglas Laing
A sherrymatured Glenkinchie of a respectable age, this one can be a winner? The nose is very big, strong odors of dried herbs, dark chocolate and scented candles. The first taste really makes it mark, and the sherry-notes are almost too overpowering. I believe that the tripple distilled lowlanders almost can have too much of a good cask when given so much time. Since it's a bit much I'll add some water. It's hot and peppery, almost like chili oil. Very unusual, but who's to say it's not good?
Weird and different: 6
Glenkinchie 10yo 43% OB
A younger version of the Glenkinchie available on the norwegian market. Very strong odors of citrus, almost like an air cleanser. The taste brings out excactly what the nose promised, it's a bit like chewing lemon kernels. A generous dash of water reduces some of the lemon and allows a decent finish of black pepper.
Exciting when compared to the 12yo: 5
Glenkinchie 12yo 43% OB
"The Edinburgh Malt" is one of the most widespread lowlanders. It seems sweeter than most other lowlanders, almost nauseating, the first impression is like it's a blend of brandy and bitterschnaps. On the taste it gives another impression, more malty flavours, perhaps a bit like aberlour at first, but without the good, soft finish. It's strong and sweet, typical lowland, but no debth to set it apart.
Nice to try such a typical lowlander: 6
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