Tasting Recap: Gordon & MacPhail with Joe Swanson

Last weeks Gordon & MacPhail Tasting with Joe Swanson was a very nice evening and the malts showed very well.  If you weren’t able to join us, but are looking to maybe get a gift or for yourself or somebody else (perhaps a father), we want to make sure the chosen scotch will be enjoyed. To better assist with that, use the notes to see what works best for you, and if you need any help call Joe at 617-367-8605.

Blair Athol  9 Y.O. 46%   regularly $74.99  –  on sale $67.99  delicate sherry influences with toasted malt and citrus fruit aromas. Hints or white pepper, orange and strawberry initially on the palate, with a lingering milk chocolate edge.

Longmorn 12 Y.O. 43% regularly $72.99 –  on sale $65.99 Sherry and fruit aromas with influences of ripe summer fruits and figs. A little pepper with a milk chocolate edge. Stewed fruits and almond flavors develop. This is a great malt for the season and all year round.

Mortlach 15 Y.O. 43%  regularly $94.99  –  on sale $84.99 On the nose initially sweet, fresh and fragrant with a distinct malty nose. Citrus elements develop – fresh orange peel. Well rounded. Palate:  More subtle sweetness, hints of candied fruits. A rounded sherry edge is evident and some raisin and sultana notes emerging. Add a little water and it opens nicely. Every one should try a Morty. Precious single malt .

Secret Stills Islay 14 Y.O. 45% regularly $79.99 – on sale $71.99 Light fresh and malty with some smoke.  Not heavy on the peat, really nicely balanced, intricate and very special. A very morish malt. Very Bowmoreish.

Highland Park 24 Y.O. 43%  regularly $239.99  –  on sale $219.99 Sweet vanilla with pear and toffee aromas. A subtle smokey undertone develops. The palate is peppery initially with sweet  strawberry and raspberry  flavors. The finish is creamy with a milk chocolate edge. Just Splendid.

Caol Ila Cask Str. 59.5% regularly $119.99 – on sale $107.99 – Sweet cured bacon, with banana and vanilla aromas. The palate is peppery with apple, peat complimented by a lingering peat smoke edge.

Sale prices in effect until Friday, June 24th

Joe Howell

Federal Wine & Spirits

Email: info@federalwine.com

Phone: (617) 367-8605

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