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Отзывы описывают насыщенный древесно-пряный профиль с мёдом, ванилью и фруктовыми нотами, где дубовая пряность доминирует и требует времени, чтобы раскрыться. Мнения сходятся на хорошо интегрированном алкоголе и длинном, но иногда резковатом финише.
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Нос в отзывах чаще всего описывается как медово-фруктовый и мягкий: упоминаются цветочный мёд, цукаты из лимонной корки, светлые фрукты, ваниль, карамель, марципан, лакрица и восковые ноты, при этом алкоголь хорошо интегрирован и не жжёт. Отмечается, что аромат раскрывается со временем и становится ярче, а с добавлением воды — слаще. Вкус описывается как маслянистый и мягкий, с яблоками, сахарной ватой, мёдом, ванилью и карамелью, но затем вперёд выходит древесная пряность дуба, появляется сухость и лёгкая горечь; по мнению части отзывов, пряность делает вкус более плоским и «тусклым», а баланс смещается от сладости к дубу. Финиш в основном длинный или средне-длинный, с доминированием дуба, белого перца, сухости и пряности; один отзыв сравнивает его с атмосферой столярной мастерской.
Среди отзывов есть указания, что виски не для новичков и требует времени в бокале — по одному замечанию, он по-настоящему раскрывается лишь спустя более часа. Также отмечается, что это не первый залив из-под шерри, а 26-летний виски из refill American hogshead, и что характер дистиллерии (цветочный, слегка горьковатый, фруктовый) проявляется, хотя дуб может его перекрывать. Негативных «off notes» и серы в отзывах не упоминается.
собрано 8/18 текстовых отзывов · полный lossless-снимок WB
· 2026-11-13T07:42:21Z · источник evidence
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| Нос | 87 | Wood, pepper, vanilla and a little caramel and raspberry. The alcohol is already noticeable in the nose. Very one-dimensional for its age. |
| Вкус | 88 | Vanilla and still lots of spice. The oak then builds up nicely. As does the alcohol. Slightly dry on the gums. A bit of dust and sweetness at the end. Still straight forward, but the age is now more noticeable. |
| Финиш | 89 | Oak and white pepper remain. The finish is long, but could almost do with a bit more intensity. |
нос 90 · вкус 87 · финиш 87
нос 86 · вкус 86 · финиш 87
нос 88 · вкус 89 · финиш 87
нос 85 · вкус 88 · финиш 87
Online Tasting 30.10.2026 Blind 8 out of 18
нос 87 · вкус 88 · финиш 86
Official Tasting Notes: For us, Strathisla is one of the absolute classics from Speyside. The older it seems, the better, but be warned. This isn't a first-fill sherry cask bottling like those often released by Gordon & MacPhail; this is a 26-year-old Strathisla from a refill American hogshead. The classic distillery character (floral, slightly bitter, and fruity) comes through beautifully. However, this single malt whisky is definitely not for beginners. You have to enjoy woody spice and take your time with the dram. It feels like it only really opens up after more than an hour in the glass. Then you will be treated to plenty of spice, preserved, light-fruited fruit, dark chocolate, acacia honey, caramel and creamy notes.
With its 26 years in refill American oak, natural cask strength and no finish, this Strathisla offers exactly the kind of basic data that appeals to me. The picturesque Speyside distillery is one of the oldest continuously operating distilleries in Scotland and the whisky is considered the lead malt in Chivas Regal blends. An important player, then - even if the distillery is often overshadowed by bigger names. I personally hold Strathisla in high regard, and not just since we bottled a splendid 30-year-old from 1976 with an impressive 61.1% ABV in the club as part of a cask sharing (—> WD10947). In the glass, our test sample appears in brilliant gold. The nose is dominated by blossom honey, candied lemon peel and the fresh note of light fruits. The taste surprises with a pleasantly oily mouthfeel, which is accompanied by rock candy, a hint of vanilla and the slightly dry note of mealy apples. On the palate, the oak spice takes the lead, but fortunately always remains spicy rather than bitter. The dominant spice, however, ensures that the malt tastes flatter and "duller" than the rather light, honey-accented nose would suggest. The hoped-for elegance is somewhat lost. The oak remains omnipresent in the medium-long aftertaste, accompanied by honey aromas and a mild, sweet spiciness. There are no real off notes here. More notes and reviews on Facebook: #Maltkanzlei
нос 87 · вкус 85 · финиш 85
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| Нос | 88 | With three drops of water: 88 With six drops of water: 86 |
| Вкус | 87 | With three drops of water: 87 With six drops of water: 85 |
| Финиш | 87 | With three drops of water: 87 With six drops of water: 85 |
Anyone who has bought several bottlings from Marco knows that they are always very barrel-driven and the barrel can sometimes ruin the distillery character. Anyone expecting an old, dark first fill sherry malt like from the 1960s and 1970s will of course be disappointed. However, the refill hogshead has left behind a lot of aromas in 26 years. The highlight for me is the fruity, sweet nose; the taste is pleasing, while the finish is a little behind the nose. Overall, a successful bottling, especially if you like Strathisla and want something different in your glass.
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| Нос | 91 | The nose starts off a little playful. At the beginning you have honey, vanilla and citrus fruits. It seems as if you are sticking your nose in yellow jam. Over time, waxy notes are added, and the berry-fruity distillery character of Strathisla also gradually becomes apparent. A very round and soft nose, the 51.4% alcohol is very well integrated and never stings the nose. With a little water, the Strathisla becomes a little sweeter on the nose. The barley sugar now comes out even better. This is underlined by a very delicate spicy note that the refill hogshead left behind after 26 years. A very nice, pleasant nosing in any case. |
| Вкус | 89 | The Strathisla is mild and oily on the tongue. There is no burning sensation, the alcohol is very well integrated. At first I have the taste of apples, candy floss, honey and vanilla. After a bit of chewing, however, the woody note comes out better. The spiciness of the oak offers a rich counterpoint to the sweetness, and everything is well balanced. There are no off notes, no sulphur. It is only with the second sip that it becomes a little more bitter and dry on the tongue. The sweetness now plays only second fiddle. Now the Strathisla also seems a little stronger and more dynamic, which I actually like. |
| Финиш | 88 | I would describe the finish as medium-long. At first, the sweet aromas are of course still predominant, but these are quickly replaced by the oak, which now suggests a slight spiciness. The mouth becomes drier and a feeling of fading sweetness and fiery spiciness remains, which one would not have expected from the nose alone. |
Needs time to open, very fine, tannins accompany the enjoyment without exaggerating
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| Нос | 89 | Subtle, elegant, harmonious with tones of wood, honey, fruit, vanilla, marzipan, licorice. Alcohol is integrated superbly. Waxy notes appear. Over time, the aroma opens up, becomes brighter |
| Вкус | 88 | Strict, dry, sharp, woody, slight bitterness |
| Финиш | 88 | Long lasting, wood, sharp, dry mouth. If you close your eyes, you imagine yourself in a carpentry shop. |
нос 87 · вкус 86 · финиш 86
нос 89 · вкус 90 · финиш 90
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