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Whisky Review: Wolfburn Scotch Whisky

We review Wolfburn Scotch whisky, a young single malt release from a brand-new producer on the site of a historic distillery in Caithness, Scotland.

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$55.00
  • Joshua St. John, a Portland-based runner and global whisky explorer.
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Wolfburn Scotch whisky

Tasting Notes

About:

Appearance:
Light golden straw in color. Quick legs.
Nose:
Very malty and young. Notes of disinfectant and mint. Light amount of brine. Slightly sour and medicinal.
Palate:
More rounded than the nose would suggest. Sweet, malty, and young. Light pepper, notes of fresh melon. Exceptionally clean. Not as abrasive a burn as can sometimes be expected from a three-year-old whisky in the finish. Subtle smokiness on the back end of the finish. Sweet and clean. Conclusion: Clearly, a great deal of time and money has been invested into the marketing department for this release. I, for one, appreciate this attention to detail in the presentation of what may otherwise be an easy single malt to overlook. I will be very interested to see future releases from this distillery in the far north. As opening notes go, Wolfburn single malt gives a competent performance. Where the label loses some of its appeal is in comparison to other whiskies in a similar price point. The mid-$50-$60 range is pretty heavily stacked with established labels, most of which offer a bit more finesse and complexity. FINAL SCORE: 81/100
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Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Joshua St. John

When not savoring whiskey, Joshua St. John can likely be found exploring the trails of the Pacific Northwest near his Portland, Oregon, home. A lifelong world traveler, he was first captivated by single malts during visits to Scottish distilleries. He continues to explore the globe, discovering its diverse cultures through the myriad expressions of his beloved spirit.

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