Three Ships 12 Year Old
Peaty, Leathery2024-07-21
Smell
The Three Ships 12 Year Old greets the nose with a vanilla-sweet note that immediately conveys a pleasant warmth. This is followed by a malty, cereal flavour reminiscent of freshly baked bread. A hint of sponge cake lends the flavour a subtle but seductive sweetness. Interestingly, iodised nuances also emerge, which, together with medicinal smoke, are reminiscent of a gentle, peaty landscape. A subtle note of suede rounds off the complex bouquet and gives the whisky an elegant, earthy depth.
Taste
On the palate, the Three Ships 12 Year Old unfolds a fascinating palette of flavours. The first impression is of a pine forest, fresh and green, with hints of forest floor and decayed needle leaves adding an earthy, natural note. These woody flavours are enlivened by a zesty citrus freshness that adds a vibrant and refreshing dimension to the whisky.
Finish
The finish is long and salivating, a sign of its high quality and complexity. A peppery, spicy note lingers on the tongue and ensures a warm, pleasant finish that leaves you wanting more.
Thoughts
The Three Ships 12 year old may not come from Islay, but its own identity and character make it an exciting and delicious whisky. The maritime-salty note is missing here, but this does not detract from its uniqueness.
Rating: 78/100 - Very Good (Marcel: 78 | Sascha: 77)
Value for Money: 4/5 - Good
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