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Whisky Review: Aberfeldy 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch

We review Aberfeldy 12 Year Old. It's the flagship single malt from this Highland distillery, and the core malt of many Dewar's blends.

OVERALL RATING

9
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Tasting Notes

About:

40% ABV, Aged 12 years in oak, $47. Aberfeldy, Scotland.
Appearance:
A light honey color
Nose:
Dried apricot and red apple come forward first. The fruity notes are followed by leather and oak. Gently charred raw sugar hits next with a nutty quality that finishes out the nose with the sharp spice of clove.
Palate:
Nice, quickly dissipating heat that wakes up the palate. It has a buttery flavor laced with apple, dried fruit and a hint of citrus. The fruity flavors are followed by oak and a bit of salinity. Spiciness from baking spices like cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg add to the balanced bite.
Finish:
The finish is smooth adding to the ease of drinking this Highland sipper.
Comments:
Sometimes all you want is a smooth sipper with enough character to bring you back, dram after dram. And for the price, this single malt is a perfect addition to most anyone’s liquor cabinet. Aberfeldy leans heavily into the Highland flavor palate with a less smokey nature and more fruit and spice. It does this in a balanced approach and with enough body to stand on its own in a field of tasty contenders.

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.

John Dover

John Dover, creator and writer of the acclaimed "Johnny Scotch" series, draws inspiration from his immersive experiences as a professional musician and his extensive travels across the US. His Jazz Noir world intertwines with his music, culminating in collaborations such as the "Johnny Scotch Vignettes" with Thomas Barber, blending high-energy fusion with spoken word.

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Beyond "Johnny Scotch," John is a recognized horror writer, contributing to anthologies such as "Tales from the Braided Pony," "Monsters 'N' Things," "100 Word Horrors," and the forthcoming "Tenebrous Tales." He's also a regular entertainment writer for Mythmachine.com.

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