Bunnahabhain An Cladach Whisky 100cl

Unusually light for 50% ABV. Typical Bunna sherry and maritime influence, but probably not enough X factor for me. It opens up with a teaspoon of water, the sweetness of sherry becomes more apparent, but still doesn't delivery anything exceptional. Bought it for about $100 AUD at Doha airport, so the value was OK. I'll come back to it after few months to see whether anything changed.

Nice wee dram too relax with , ot unusual for a young Bunna. Enjoy the more relaxed flavoue given the alcohol level.

Bought this at the distillery and as I was driving I didn't have the chance for any tasting - windy single track roads and alcohol are not a great combination.
The description was very encouraging and appealed to my tastes. Being a fan of Bunnahabhain, I thought it would be an easy win. Unfortunately, there is very little going on here. It's not unpleasant, but there is nothing remarkable about it either. At £60 a litre, it's not overly pricey, but compared to what you can get at a similar price at the local competitors, it's no bargain either.
No extra marks were given for the outstanding views from the visitors centre.

N: Damp clothes line.
P: It does not declare, it wants to sit you and ask that you stop, consider and in some time consider your opinion.
A: A lazy palate cannot hide behind the oak spice. 

Score: 84

This is a great whisky for a hip flask. Really holds its own and has the warming you want... I mean, it's great in a glass too, but still.

Just trying my first dram of this whisky. It gets better with every sip. So take your time and don't bank on first impressions.

"Face-slapping" update. 1/3 way down the bottle the youth-feel has dissipated and this whisky has become more rich and wonderful. Very good.

This is something like... taking the 12 year and adding some high alcohol younger whisky in. Some of the character along with a nice slap in the face. The 50% ABV makes it work as a wake-me-up sipper with a bit of character and depth. I like it... but it isn't as mature or refined as the 12-year-old standard. Perfect for your flask.

Bunnahabhain has long been my favourite malt, and An Cladachdoes does not disappoint. This is beautifully balanced, but at 50% requires more than normal addition of water. Lovely.

Brilliant Bunnahabhain in their traditional style, but with extra depth, very fruity, slightly spicy, developing in waves of flavour with a smooth, long finish.