Stoic Drinker’s Notes
2014-08-11 | Good/Very Good

SCAPA 8yo GM for SESTANTE 57% 1980s

SCAPA 8yo GM for SESTANTE 57% 1980s Circulation
Bottle #スキャパ(SCAPA)
High proof SCAPA 8 year old, strong flavor. SCAPA 8yo GM for SESTANTE 57% 1980s Circulation The aroma has apricot jam, plum, herbs and spices like clove, a calm strong barley note, toast, nuts, caramel. The taste expands from a smooth mouthfeel with the sweetness of apricot jam, concentrated black tea, lively barley umami, and a moderate oak tannin, giving it a rich, long finish. [Good/Very Good] This SCAPA 8 year old high proof was bottled by GM for SESTANTE, and is a product from the 1980s circulation. The aroma features fruits like apricot jam with spices, and a strong barley note that has mellowed through aging. The taste is strong and rich, not too complex for a short maturation, but has a tea-like nuance that gives it a good old feel. The intense fruitiness and lively barley umami create a convincing deliciousness. Old high proof whiskies are quite rare, but compared to watered-down versions, they often retain their rich flavor with less deterioration. This one lived up to expectations with its strong flavor.