Beauchamp Whisky Pur Malt
Of course we also buy whisky on holiday. On our last holiday in France, a small corner wine shop recommended the Beauchamp Whisky Pur Malt. The whisky comes from the Bercloux Distillery and shows that France has more to offer than just wine and cognac. But how does this French exotic perform in the glass?
Tasting Notes
Nose
The dominant flavour here is an intense orange note that really explodes. The sweetness of caramel and brown sugar harmonises perfectly with a hint of honey. But it's not just the sweetness that stands out - a slight bitterness and an underlying malty sweetness give the fragrance depth. Also surprising is a subtle pear note, reminiscent of the distillery's characteristics, as well as a hint of white wine, which blends delicately into the overall flavour.
Palate
The first taste impression confirms the promise of the nose: sweetness is the central element. Sweets, sugar and once again the omnipresent orange dominate the flavour. It is interesting how a light grape note, reminiscent of white wine, blends into the sweet flavours. You could almost believe that the whisky is unnaturally sweet - that's how intense this flavour experience is.
Finish
The whisky remains true to its line in the finish. The orange peel is even more prominent here and is accompanied by a slight bitterness. The pear note also reappears and is complemented by a subtle oak note. Overall, the finish is harmonious, but here too it is clear that the whisky could still do with some ageing.
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Marcel 73/100
A whisky that’s great fun with its intense orange sweetness and playful character – almost like a sweet little holiday in a bottle. Sure, it might be a bit too sweet for everyday drinking, but anyone looking for something different should definitely give the Beauchamp Pur Malt a chance.
Sascha 74/100
The Beauchamp Whisky Pur Malt displays a remarkable balance between intense sweetness and subtle bitterness, which, despite its youth, feels well-structured. An interesting French malt that, with its clear aromatic profile and harmonious finish, certainly shows potential for further maturation.
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What makes the Beauchamp Whisky Pur Malt special compared to Scottish whiskies?
The Beauchamp Whisky Pur Malt comes from France, specifically the Bercloux Distillery, and is distinguished by an intense orange note alongside pronounced sweetness featuring caramel, honey, and brown sugar. Unlike many Scottish whiskies, it presents a unique combination of fruity white wine and pear notes, as well as a subtle bitterness, making it an exceptional whisky exotic.
How does the age of 0 years affect the taste of the Beauchamp Whisky Pur Malt?
Since the Beauchamp Whisky Pur Malt carries no age statement, it is presumably a young whisky. This is reflected in the taste through its intense fruitiness and sweetness, but also by a certain immaturity, which manifests in a somewhat unbalanced finish with stronger bitterness and a slight lack of complexity.
Which aromas stand out in the Beauchamp Whisky Pur Malt and how do they interact?
The Beauchamp Whisky Pur Malt is dominated by intense orange notes, accompanied by sweet aromas such as caramel, brown sugar, and honey. These are complemented by subtle pear and light grape or white wine notes that add freshness. The slight bitterness and a delicate oak touch in the finish round out the flavor profile and provide depth.