Tasting Notes

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Liddesdale 18

Country: Scotland

Region: Islay

Type: Single Malt

Bottler: Adelphi

ABV: 46%

Score: 87 Points

Adelphi bottles its Islay single casks under the Liddesdale name, and the name of the actual distillery is not disclosed. This ex-Sherry cask has a creamy nose with just a hint of peat, subtle brininess, heather, wet sand, burnt vanilla, and caramel notes. The taste starts off with a caramel cola note at first, then develops a spicy cinnamon kick that lasts and lasts with hints of dried fruits and brown sugar underneath. The finish is long with subtle fruity notes and a kiss of brown sugar.  (February, 2013)