Stoic Drinker’s Notes
2014-09-29 | Good/Very Good

Current Release: Speyburn 25 Year Old Solera Official

Speyburn SPEYBURN 25yo SOLERA 46% Current Release
Bottle #スペイバーン(SPEYBURN)
It had a slightly viscous texture and was richly finished in an official bottle. Speyburn SPEYBURN 25yo SOLERA 46% Current Release The aroma features ripe apricot, strong barley, a hint of oil, butterscotch, vanilla, honey, and nuts. Upon drinking, it has a slightly viscous texture with the sweetness of apricot jam and honey, is somewhat oily and rich, with a chewy barley flavor. The finish is also long. 【Good/Very Good】 The Speyburn 25 Year Old, labeled as Solera on the official bottle, is currently available in regular circulation. It might have been matured using a solera system similar to Fidical's Solera Reserve, like in sherry casks. The aroma features ripe apricot and a strong sense of barley and oil, with nuances reminiscent of butterscotch. When tasted, it has a slightly viscous texture with a rich sweetness and oiliness. The barley's umami was also strong, giving it a satisfying chewy texture, which left a good impression. It doesn't have an exceptionally strong personality, but as a malt with a viscous texture, it was well-crafted and left an impression.