The Whisky Agency Blended Malt XO

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Just 42 bottles of this curious whisky are coming to Canada. Supposedly it consists of old casks of Macallan, Glenrothes, Tamdhu and Mortlach... probably understrength, blended with young Glenfarclas and further matured for 10 years. Bottled at 44.7% from a Sherry Butt, 317 bottles released world-wide. 

Whisky Notes Tasting Note - 89pts:

Nose: opens on classic prunes, blackcurrant jam, rum & raisins, but it’s more on the savoury side due to some dried herbs. Some leather but also a peculiar kind of smokiness that hints towards old Macallan indeed. A little buttered, burnt toast. Gentle vanilla. Mouth: rich, still mostly taking the drier / savoury path. Dried fruits, dates, hints of smoky Oloroso. After a few seconds there’s a burst of juicier fruits, raspberry and redcurrant jam. Really nice. Some orange marmalade. Drier, nuttier and more herbal touches towards the end. Finish: medium long. A gentle mix of old Macallan with a few drops of smoky Karuizawa, topped up with fruity, young Glenfarclas. That’s what it tastes like and the actual recipe may not be far off (except for the Karuizawa of course). Very good value."

700 ml