By Richard Thomas
Score: xxx
Aberfeldy 12 Yr Previous Single Malt
(Credit score: Richard Thomas)
Dewar’s is a reasonably acquainted sight in america, as properly it ought to be: it’s the second-best promoting Scotch Whisky model within the nation, and that nation occurs to be the world’s most profitable whiskey market. Much less well-known are the one malts (or grain whiskies for that matter) that go into this fashionable blended whisky. Dewar’s basis is discovered about an hour from Dewar’s hometown of Perth, at Aberfedly.
Aberfeldy 12 Yr Previous is the entry-level expression in a three-step line that features a 16 and 21 yr outdated. The cask inventory behind it’s principally ex-bourbon barrels, together with some ex-Sherry casks and re-charred casks. Some coloring is added. It’s bottled at 40% ABV.
The Scotch
Aberfeldy 12 is a golden pour, and one with a nostril that leads with inexperienced apples and fresh-cut grass. The scent additionally carries accents of graham crackers and honey. Sipping on Aberfeldy exhibits the grassy notice turning from inexperienced and moist to dry, the fruity side turns extra to melon, and the honey sweetness holding true. The flavour additionally picks up some dry wooden and nutmeg. The final is what runs to the end, with the spicy notice turning peppery.
The Value
Count on to pay $45 to $50 for a 750ml bottle of Aberfeldy 12 Yr Previous within the US, or about £40 for a smaller, 70cl bottle within the UK.
