Glengoyne Legacy Series: Chapter One 2019

Nose - Raisins, figs, fig newtons, dark honey, caramel, flamed orange zest, chocolate, hint of grape soda Taste - Raisins, dark apple cider, sweet peppery heat, ginger, figs, caramel, hint of orange, lightly drying Finish - Lingering fruity heat, syrupy raisins, light metallic like from that of canned fruit, hint of fruity bitter fruit stems/vines Score - 91/100 Final Thoughts - This one didn't disappoint. The nose was incredible and lasts a very long time. I think the slightly higher proof helps with that without being too punchy with the alcohol vapors. The nose just keeps on going. Once it hits the palate it isn't as complex as the nose, but is still quite tasty. You can tell it's a younger spirit as it doesn't have that thick leathery mouthfeel of older Scotches, but is still quite nice. This is something I can see myself sipping on when I want a very nicely sherried dram. Finish could use a bit of work, but it's still quite pleasant. Would I drink it if offered? - Yes Would I specifically order it? - Yes Would I buy a bottle? - Yes

Bottle half-filled, open a month malt, chocolate and banana - on the nose. Berries, Figs, Dates, Chocolate - on the taste. spicy chocolate and astringency - on the finish Value: Very cool of Glengoyne to come out with a high ABV NAS. I wont be collecting this one, as others do with the Macallan Edition series. I think this Legacy 1 is trying to capitalize on the "Gotta catch 'em all - Pokemon" whiskey lover. Its a good fruity, chocolaty and strong whiskey at a fair price. P.S. I have thought about buying another, as this bottle is almost empty - unconsciously enjoyed more in life, than in this review. 5.0 - go out and buy all of the stock you can find. 4.0 - must buy at least one bottle before you die. 3.0 - solid, must try at a bar, or mooch from a friend. 2.0 - didn't like it, you may. 1.0 - you may have the palate of my dog, and he licks his own ass.

Half bottle Opened for 8 months A- amber +1, high viscosity N- chocolate, caramel, raisins, plums, apricots, dark berries, licorice, rum cake, espresso P- medium spicy arrival, full, rich, oily, milk chocolate, burned sugar , espresso, raisins, plums, apricots, walnuts, licorice, rum cake, dry oak F- medium finish, chocolate-espresso-oaky aftertaste (very nice!!) C - this for me is a perfect example on how your palate evolve overtime (in your whisky journey) and know you learn how to appreciate flavors that you did not find before, this is a solid dram delicious specially if you are a sherry lover, the ABV is perfect for this one in my opinion it doesn't need to add water just let it open in your glass and remember patience is key in this journey

I was very excited to try this new line from Glengoyne. It has great fruity flavors with a nice oak finish. It was a bit harsh on the first couple sips so I added a little water, let it sit and open up and by the time I got to the end of my glass maybe 30 mins later it had really come to life and became delightfully smooth and flavor packed. Definitely going to look for chapter 2 next year and grab another bottle of this before people discover how great it is!

The most interesting thing about this whisky is the official review. Thijs Klaverstijn is a master at dissecting and describing whisky. Their description word for word sums up my experience and end result. Hard pass. But I will google more on Thijs a man to know more about I think...

Too aggressive when opened, But after being open a year damn. Totally different whiskey, salted dark chocalate figs with sherry notes. The overpowering alcohol smell and taste is now a wonderful taste and hug. Buy it take a drink and put it up for a year delicious.