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    Reviews by: Bongo

    Cragganmore 12 Years Old

    Cragganmore 12 Years Old Jan 16th 2007

    77
    Reviewer
    Bongo
    Color
    golden amber
    Nose
    slightly fragrant and old woody, mildly peaty
    Body
    smooth, not thick slightly gritty
    Palate
    sweet and salty peat, with an overtone of honey
    Finish
    a slow build of flavours, subtle changes in layers of salt, old wood, slightly husky and then honey

    definitely a nice whiskey. not as bold as many, not without its edge but not aggressive in its clout. A good sipping whiskey likely to please most palates.

    Crown Royal

    Crown Royal Jan 10th 2007

    55
    Reviewer
    Bongo
    Color
    rich amber
    Nose
    slightly toasted and dried fruity with a hint of solvent
    Body
    watery, less bodied and slightly vaporous
    Palate
    salted honey malt, like brine with honey and solvents
    Finish
    warm finish decaying into a flavour resembling the fragrance of an old carpet in a saloon bar

    clearly a better choice than drinking turps, but not bringing any delicate or unusual flavours or aromas. It is a blend, and seems to be a one size fits all designed to turn coke into an alcoholic beverage.

    Bruichladdich Links

    Bruichladdich Links Jan 9th 2007

    77
    Reviewer
    Bongo
    Color
    light gold (slightly watered)
    Nose
    strong medicinal alcohol, slight peat
    Body
    strong body, silky and smooth
    Palate
    strong Iodine, brine and peat
    Finish
    has a longer decay from the warmth, moving to strong afterburn of alcohol which gradually gives way to bitter sweetness which lingers at length

    Clearly a quality whiskey. Reminds me of a cross between a Laphroaig and Macallan kask strength.

    Oban 14 Year Old

    Oban 14 Year Old Jan 9th 2007

    81
    Reviewer
    Bongo
    Color
    light amber
    Nose
    fruity peat
    Body
    standard, slightly thicker than water with a smoothness to it
    Palate
    peat and woody with a medium burn of alcohol
    Finish
    a creciendo of strength which dissolves quickly into a sweet flavored warmth. Pleasant lingering flavors remain.

    A nice whiskey indeed. It has enough flavour to be interesting, and is strong enough to represent a commanding drink. A fine choice for fireside contemplation.

    Bowmore Cask Strength

    Bowmore Cask Strength Jan 9th 2007

    65
    Reviewer
    Bongo
    Color
    rich amber
    Nose
    peat, brine and slight hospital smell
    Body
    medium body, smooth
    Palate
    vivid flashes of emergency room, salty and earthy
    Finish
    almost linear decay from the initial blast of alcohol. As the flavours mellow the saltiness becomes more sweet than bitter, and there is a pleasant earthy tone.

    Not my first choice. It is strong in the hospital quality like Laphroaig, and though the earthy salt flavours are pleasant as they mellow, overall I would choose this last over others I have reviewed here.

    The Macallan Cask Strength

    The Macallan Cask Strength Jan 9th 2007

    91
    Reviewer
    Bongo
    Color
    golden amber (watered)
    Nose
    rubbing alcohol but warmer, hint of peat
    Body
    silky, very smooth and thick, full bodied
    Palate
    peat hinting at oak
    Finish
    warming and aromatic, mellowing into a sweet lingering presence, subtle and not overbearing

    This was a real treat and unlike any other whiskey I have tried. It delivers itself in a warm and smooth silky texture, almost like a liqueur in body. The flavours are strong but not overpowering, and it is a perfect accompaniment for a good book or other relaxing contemplative experience. I would recommend this to anyone as a good choice to keep around the house.