Category Archives: Glendullan
Glendullan 12yo
Whisky: Glendullan 12yo, 43%
Flora and Fauna
± £37 ≈ R410
Another official Diageo bottling in the Flora and Fauna range of a distillery that doesn’t typically bottle it’s own whisky. For American Scotch drinkers, however, as of 2007 you can find Glendullan as The Singleton of Glendullan bottled exclusive for the US market.
Nose: Fresh, green apples and unripe mango. A slight citrus acidity present with just a whiff of coconut hiding in the background.
Taste: Begins slow and shy but builds nicely with wood spices and a buttery cerealness. Surprisingly full bodied, with a crisp kick to it Very juicy and luscious. The green and unripe fruit persist, now more grasslike, adding a certain vibrancy.
Finish: The spice fades fast and leaves a light dryness that lingers mixed with wood and softly, sweet malt.
My Score: 79
I really like the palette on this little dram, but the nose and finish, although not bad, are uninspiring and misleading. I am interested to know how this bottling compares to The Singleton of Glendullan as I know many people that would enjoy the flavour profile of this whisky.
Other Scores: SV 80
Glendullan 9yo IB
Whisky: Glendullan 9yo 1996/2005, 46%
Murray McDavid, 3600 bottles
R330 ≈ £30
The cask types used for maturation are bourbon and Grenache, finished in Banyuls. I’ll be honest, I had to Google both to know what they are. Unusual casks, unsual age, and a beautiful burnt orange colour.
Nose: Suffers from bipolar disorder; first there’s nothing, then you’re choking on alcohol fumes, then nothing. A bit buttery, faint wet wood, and the slightest hint of minced red grapes. Disappointing.
Taste: Quite punchy and not what you would expect given the subdued nose. A generous dose of medium spice with undertones of dark stewed fruits.
Finish: Smooth at first then followed by varying waves of spice. Leaves the mouth well coated even after the dram is long gone.
My Score: 74
Not bad, but its missing something special. Overall its easy to drink and very warming. Would work well in a flask for a cold night out.
Other Scores: Couldn’t find any
Sorry for the poor photo, will reattempt again soon.
