Black Bull 12 year old, charges at you and shakes you up a bit, but then leaves you with a realisation that this is what blended Scotch whisky should actually be like, a bit of rough and tumble with a silky smooth ending.

Tasting Notes

Colour

Old Amber.

Nose

Robust, chunky aromas of sherry, red fruits, cherries and toffee with a suggestion of vanilla and lemon sherbert.

Palate

Creamy chocolate, fruit and honey with apple and an expressive nuttiness.

Finish

Buttery toffee, long lasting, coordinated, silky.

Comment:

A whisky that comes at you at full charge initially, and then gradually soothes you with its bountiful palate and smooth finish.