James Eadie Trade Mark ‘X’
£31
45.6% abv
70cl
In stock
Description
Veteran Master Blender Norman Mathison used his four decades’ worth of expertise to bring Mr. Eadie’s whisky back to life.
The result is an elegant, peaty dram, which offers a rare glimpse into the art of blending from the first Golden Age of Scotch whisky.
Nose – At first, sweet notes of icing sugar and raisins are present, before oily, lightly peated qualities emerge; soot, soft earth and freshly cut hay. Over time, a combination of dark chocolate, sultanas, prunes, marzipan and subtle hints of chili and salt come to the fore.
Palate – Spicy flavours of mint chocolate blend in with syrup, plums, prunes and roasted coffee beans. Gentle peat and soft smoke linger in the background, which introduce a delicious juicy quality. Water brings out thick, rich cream and ripe dark cherries.
Finish – The finish is long, syrupy and gently spicy, gradually softening to leave subtle, distinctive stone fruit flavours.
