The aroma is like burnt pineapple, quite fruity and sweet, with a hint of caramel too. It has a sharp, peppery taste, feeling light and thin. There's a medicinal quality. It provides a warming sensation as it goes down. It provides a warming sensation as it goes down.
Mortlach 14 Year Alexander's Way
Whiskey Scotch Speyside 14 Year 43.4% ABV
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About this bottle
Alexander's Way, launched in 2018, is the fourth addition to the aged Mortlach range. This 14-year-old expression joins the 12-, 16-, and 20-year-old Mortlach bottlings. It is a Travel Retail Exclusive named for Dr. Alexander Cowie, who developed Mortlach's distinctive 2.81 distillation method in the late 19th century.
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The double cask maturation provides complexity and a warm, caramelized sweetness from the bourbon cask. It's a decent, easy-drinking scotch, and in my opinion, surpasses the 16-year-old version.
First sampled in Ouranoupoli in September 2021 with relatives. An excellent whiskey, very well-balanced and flavorful. No overpowering tastes or scents.
A fine whisky for the end of the evening. Evokes images of a leather armchair and a good cigar. Also pairs well with spicy and flavorful dishes.
Smells of caramel and sherry cask. Very peppery and oily. A mild sweetness lingers, making it very smooth to drink straight.
Tartness, sweet berry, strong pepper, medicinal flavor. Tartness, bold berry, significant vanilla, medicinal taste. Oak.
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