Mac-Talla Mara 58.2% 70cl Maltbarn

Mac-Talla Mara 58.2% 70cl MaltbarnMac Talla Mara A stripped back, traditional young Islay whisky, this is the kind of Scotch you'd find in a hardy ginger bearded fisherman's hipflask. Strong, peaty, flavoursome and spirit driven, it's guaranteed to light a fire in your belly. If you want to know what whisky tasted like over 100 years ago, this is the one to go for. Distilled at one of Islay's most legendary distilleries, you simply can't go wrong. Nose: A slightly citrus note to begin

not as long or intense now

with a sweet honey and vanilla flavour

some sweet minty tones with orchard fruits

salted toffee

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a toffee adds a nice soft palate in the middle

dark fruits give a nice undertone to the lingering finish

Palate: Smooth with a creamy spice note

tangy citrus

soft summer fruits and toffee popcorn

some autumnal orchard fruits and bramble flow across the nose

classic Turkish delight and hints of caramel and chocolate