Whisky Review: Golan Heights Golani Two Grain Whisky

A flash of citrus (oranges, tangerine), balanced by charcoal and notable sweetness. Thin but inviting mouthfeel, minimal heat neat. Final Thoughts: On first pour, its youth is noticeable in how light in color this whisky is. It has the presence of a white wine, or light lager beer. The nose is subdued, but has the character of raw whiskey and a hint of bark. Moving it around the glass left it clinging more than I expected, which leads to the real standout thing about this pour: the mouthfeel. It is very smooth, with only mild flickers of heat around the tongue. Some people may find it a touch thin, but I found it very pleasant given the age. The mouthfeel invites return visits, and the flavor profile is quick burst of oranges, light charcoal, and some candy sweetness, that disappears quickly into a dry finish. A splash of water takes the heat completely away and makes it a very easy and casual drink. The entire presentation grew on me over several pours, and this could be a great summer porch sipper, or mixer for bright cocktails. Overall this is a pleasant offering especially considering the age, quaffable and un-distracting during an evening with friends, and would be good for citrus-focused mixers that need an unthreatening boost and a touch of charcoal. Final Score: 74/100 [SHOP FOR A BOTTLE OF GOLAN HEIGHTS GOLANI TWO GRAINS WHISKY]