Good blended Scotch. I have never seen it in MO, so took advantage when a Florida shipper was offering Black Friday free shipping. There supposedly is more than 50% malt in the blend, and at least a portion of it is in the 16-18 year range. (Who knows if it is %1 or %20 of the blend.) It pours a pale straw gold in the glass, noses of ripe orchard fruit, honey, biscuit, vanilla, and wax, yes wax. In the mouth it is soft and smooth and displays the flavors promised by the nose. There may be a touch of peat as an accent in the blend, but I am not really picking it up. This costs as much as some 10-12 yo single malts, but is good and shows the artistry of a master blender. Single malt or blend, if your tastes slip to the fruity side of Scotch, I think this is well worth a try.
About this bottle
The Usquaebach brand dates back several centuries. Today, they're owned by Cobalt Brands, and serve as a blending and bottling house. Their Reserve is a blended Scotch whisky which is said to include whiskies between 16 and 18 years old, in addition to a selection of younger malts.
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This one will always have a special place for me. It was the one that turned me from bourbon to scotch. Great blend with wonderful sweet honeyed cereal and a touch of peat. Love this one.
This is an easy drinker for sure, quaffable even, with no sharp edges, mild vanilla, fruity notes and hints of spice. Not complex by any means, but enjoyable.
don't think it was memorable, but early tasting days before I knew much.
slight peat, smooth, full, minimal bite-neat
too fruity for me, but not bad for the buck.
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