This Longmorn was tasted as part of Dramfool‘s Brain Tumor Research Charity Tasting. Chatting with others in the tasting, it was clear that many present had been impacted by the effects of Brain Tumors/Cancer. It was a wonderful experience to share these drams with loved ones in mind while supporting future research. Thanks to those who donated the bottles in this tasting, and to Dramfool for yet another exceptional tasting experience (with purpose).
And on to the dram…
Whisky: Longmorn 15 Year
Country/Region: Scotland/Speyside
ABV: 45%
Cask: Unknown
Age: 15 Year (Bottled 2007)
Nose: Sweet tarts. Lemon drops. Herbal. Waxy. Pears. Bubble gum. Juicy fruit.
Palate: Waxy, smooth. Peach. Mango. Tropical. Sweet tarts. Honey. Pears.
Finish: Lingering. Waxy. Warming. Honey. Pears. Juicy fruit.
Score: 7
Mental Image: Tropical candy shop paradise.
Narrative: This is my second romp with Longmorn, the other also being a 15 year. My previous experience gave me high expectations, and it did not disappoint. Probably one of the more tropical and candy-forward whiskies I’ve enjoyed, with beautiful fruity notes. That said, it’s rather thin (tastes significantly watered down) and not a whole lot else going on. But damn, that’s lovely. What it does, it does beautifully. I would crush a bottle of this. Longmorn is quickly becoming a favorite for me.