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Murray McDavid "Mission" (distilled at Royal Brackla, 1975, 46%)
Orange marmalade color. Aromas of ripe fruit (orange, strawberry, red raspberry), caramel, and toffee, with a subtle, Spanish oak resin spiciness. Medium to full in body with a silky texture. Nicely balanced on the palate and very well integrated flavors similar to the aromas. Silky smooth finish.
Style: Speyside single malt Scotch whisky. Price: $150. Limited to 600 bottles (imported by Vin DiVino, 773/334-6700).
This is perhaps the best expression of Royal Brackla I have ever tried. The refill sherry cask contributes richness, spice, and complexity, without dominating. It’s not as complex as some of the other Mission whiskies (Brackla never did have the potential of some other Speyside whiskies), but it is very delicious and quite soothing.
(3rd Quarter 2003 Issue-Vol. 12#3)
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