Glen Elgin 2008/2020 - Sansibar
2025-04-21
Nose
To be honest: the nose gives hope. Nougat meets vanilla, plus an interesting herbal note with sage and a hint of herbal tea. There is also a hint of pear, which adds a certain freshness. Everything has been good so far - but unfortunately it doesn't stop there.
Taste
Sobering. Yes, there is vanilla. Yes, it's creamy. But then? Then... Nothing. Thin on the palate, as if someone had forgotten to fill it with flavours. A little light fruity sweetness, but overall? Boring.
Finish
The finish? Juicy, slightly vanilla-like, a hint of oak. Sounds nice, but doesn't linger. It's gone as quickly as it comes - as if it's in a hurry to shirk its responsibilities.
Thoughts
This Glen Elgin is like an empty promise. The nose is enticing, but it remains flat and one-dimensional on the tongue. A high alcohol content alone is not enough to make an impression. Friends of intense, full-bodied drams will be bitterly disappointed here. Those who like to drink high-proof water can try it - everyone else is better off keeping their hands off it.