A bustling seaside resort has grown up around the distillery in the two centuries since it was first built in the fishing town of Oban. The West Highland malt is still produced in the same unhurried, traditional fashion and this 14 year old is a classic whisky from the distillery.
Smoky, maritime nose with hints of sticking plasters and toffee brittle.
Smoky, creamy palate with notes of marmalade, toffee apples and pear cider. A development of cloves comes late palate.
A long, malty finish with toasty oak and spice.
A true classic, Oban's 14 year old is a great coastal dram for lovers of lightly smoked, fresh malts.
Nice single malt - not as sweet as Mac 12 or as smooth as Mac 18 or as complex as JW Blue (blend) or as Smoky as JW Platinum. Enjoyed it very much, especially for the price.
Perhaps I'm prejudiced, this being the first Single Malt Scotch I ever tasted. However, after a decade and a half of sampling others, The Oban is still my favorite for casual drinking. The price makes it an affordable Well S.M.S for the Home Bar, but the quality never fails to impress.
Superb...great vaule for a great dram.
Was introduced exactly one month ago, felled in love after the first sip. Since then, have been quietly buying, to build up my hoard. Where have you been all these years? alanooi@yahoo.com
Sweet honey on the nose. Caramel, toffee, honey, and sweet fruits on the palate. Medium smooth finish. Good for the price but I still prefer Glenfiddich 12.
