OB 10yo 40% - Glengoyne

[brendram]

According to the bottle, the whisky was matured in oak casks for the entire duration.

Colour: Amber

Legs: Broad

Nose: I had this standing for about 20 minutes. Once you get past the alcohol screen it's mainly green apple with some malty sweetness, a slight earthyness comes through at the end.

Palate: Sweet, more apple, some pear and a grassy bitterness at the end

Finish: Fairly long, continuing on the apple and bitter.

I'm keeping this fairly brief, as I can't really say I'm enticed by this whisky. It's fairly simple and there's not much development to nose or palate, maybe I'm just missing a little peat or sherry to round out the taste.

[scotchio]

Just had some myself. My notes pretty much echo the above.I'd add it's quite soft on the palate and has a nice build up of spices.The finish is dry and quite oaky especially for a 10 year old.It's well made but not something I'd want a full bottle of.

[jwise]

I have heard that for a 10 year old, the Glengoyne 10yo is very good. It was based on one person's endorsement that I included this dram in my latest order from Master of Malt Drinks By The Dram (DBTB).

ABV: 40%

Nose: Lots of sweet malt, some sea air, and floral notes. Maybe a bit of nectar in there, but not really honey. Coming back to the nose, I am not getting much else.

Friend's Notes: Pears, apples, and white fruit. Honey. A bit of tart/sharpness in the back end.

Palate: Mmmm... There's the honey! Some mild pepper and salt are mixed in there as well. Mostly I am getting a nice refreshing malt flavor. I wouldn't exactly call this a watery whisky, but it doesn't have the great mouth feel like some others I have reviewed. Upon further reflection: yes, it is on the watery side.

Friend's notes: Chardonnay, or a white wine consistency.

Finish: Oh! A bit of sweet vanilla on the finish. That was unexpected! However, it fades quickly, without a lot else going on. Not a lot of spice or smoke, and even the sea air is missing. No burn.

Friend's Notes: Short finish. Very smooth. Brings back the palate very nicely.

All in all, not a bad malt. I will enjoy the remainder of my glass, and would gladly accept a refill if someone were offering. However, I don't believe I'll be spending any money on a full bottle. A little too 'malty' for me, but it is still a very drinkable dram. If in the mood for a subtle, mellow and perhaps a bit thin whisky, this would fit the bill nicely. However, if you're in the mood for show-stopping flavor, look elsewhere.

[Willie JJ]

Nose : Thick gristy malt and rhubarb crumble. Strawberry jam and a dusting of custard powder.
Taste : Jammy notes are there, but its a bit thin on the palate and needs a few mouthfuls to get it going properly.
Finish : Still plenty of fruit preserve, but its quickly overtaken by a peppery spiciness that interplays with sugared water.
Comment : Not very well balanced, but some nice things going on.