Famous Grouse Centenary Highland Decanter

Famous Grouse The Famous Grouse 18

I've always been curious with this whisky knowing that it contains, for the most part, Highland Park 18 and Macallan 18. If you are also curious, better hurry and grab one, because its discontinued. Nose: Sherry, honey butter, macadamias, fudge, raspberries and guava lingering in the background. Palate: This is really good! Its not a sherry...

Score 91/100

The Black Grouse

After the sale of Black Bottle (and Bunnahabhain distillery) to Burn Stewart in 2003, Edrington Group was looking for a replacement. After the success of the Famous Grouse, it was just a small step to the Black Grouse, a blend of 'regular' Famous Grouse and some peated malt. The nose is less peaty than anticipated. The rich fruity character, with...

Score 76/100

Famous Grouse Married Strength

This Famous Grouse was married – hence the name – in so-called marrying tuns. It contains 70% grain whisky, from four grain distilleries, upholstered with Macallan, Highland Mark, Glenrothes, Tamdhu, Glenturret, Glengoyne, Bunnahabhain and a few others. Nothing is known about the age of the whisky, but I presume most will be between 6 and 8 years....

Score 78/100

The Black Grouse

Nose: Sweet, light peat, fresh fruits, and what is this... sherry? Pretty good. Palate: Sweet and creamy, but then grainy, harsh around the sides slightly and a hint of smoke and ashy peat. That's about it. Simple and "ok"? There must be more to this... Finish: Fairly short, Some lingering char and spice. Hmm... Conclusion - A simple yet...

Score 82/100