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Duncan Taylor “Rarest of the Rare” (distilled at Banff), Cask #3421, 30 year old, 1975 vintage, 43.5%, $255
Very fruity and spicy. High, bright fruit notes of lemon, mandarin, and mango, with a sprinkling of ginger and powdered vanilla. Oak kicks in on the end, leading to a fairly dry finish, which is not surprising for a 30 year old whisky.
(3rd Quarter 2007 Issue-Vol. 16#3)
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Gordon & MacPhail (distilled at Banff), 28 year old, 1976 vintage, 43%, $150
Dominant notes of citrus (lemon, lime) and other tropical fruits (coconut, mango) on the nose. On the palate, the whisky is simple and uncomplicated. The entry is soft and malty, and then it becomes dry and gently oaky. Not overly inspiring, but those who purchase the whisky for its rarity value (the distillery closed in 1983), shouldn’t be discouraged from actually drinking the stuff some day.
(4th Quarter 2005 Issue-Vol. 14#4)
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