didi1893 scored this whisky 89 points 
Tart and spicy, fruity and sweet. This Balmenach from 1973 convinces with a strong volume on the tongue and a solid character in the taste. The nose is wonderfully harmonious and old school, the aftertaste is also convincing across the board. A great bottling, I like it very much.
22/22/22/23 (89P)
22/22/22/23 (89P)
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Light amber shines in the glass, on the glass wall of my Premium Snifter a multitude of small "legs" make their viscous paths. Roasted aromas and hazelnuts dominate the first impression with apricot and vanilla. Malty wax and honey come into their own, mint emerges from spicy wood tones, milk chocolate and toffee are minimal. Slightly floral and grassy hints emerge, mushy bananas and ripe pears are sweet and fruity on the nose, the alcohol is wonderfully harmonious.
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Apricots and pears, caramel and chocolate, the first contact on the tongue is sweet and fruity. Bit by bit tart and spicy wood tones are added, hazelnuts and malty grain followed by meadow herbs and a hint of old vanilla. Fresh mint and a hint of menthol tickle the tip of the tongue with a peppery spiciness, chocolate and honey are added. Hints of citrus fruit and zest of dried oranges, again slightly floral and minimally grassy.
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Mild and dry floral notes stick to the palate, dry wood tones and notes of hazelnut follow, toffee and hard caramel end in creamy whole milk. The aftertaste is medium long, in the background there is again a subtle note of peppermint.
