Arran Connoisseurs Choice - Cask Strength 1996 22 Years Single Malt Whisky

Patrick Clark

May 12, 2026, 04:00:57

Nose is proper citrus 🍊 and a bit of honey 🍯, familar but nice. Getting some leather and maybe old books? Smells like a comfy study. Taste hits with that smoky bacon 🥓 vibe, then turns sweet like treacle toffee. Mouthfeel is kinda thick, coats the tongue. There's a spice kick 🌶️ towards the end, warming. Finish is long, mesmirising. Leaves a dry, slightly bitter note, like dark chocolate. Honestly, sippin' this feels like a cozy hug on a cold night. Cheers! 🥃

Erin Stevens

May 11, 2026, 19:10:53

Right, so this one’s proper lush innit? First hit of smoke, kinda like a bonfire but not harsh, ya know? 🌲 Then there’s this sweet note, maybe honey or caramel? 🍯 Texture’s smooth, coats the mouth nicely. Aftertaste lingers with a bit of spice – cinnamon or nutmeg perhaps? Overall, feels warming and comforting, perfect for a chill evening. 👌 Only gripe is it’s a tad strong for sipping neat, but hey, adds character. Would defo have again.

Natalie Richardson

May 11, 2026, 10:11:18

Right then, this whisky's got a right lovely nose – lots of smoke and peat at first, but then these fruity bits pop up, like ripe apples 🍎 and a zesty lemon 🍋. On the tongue, it's smooth with a spicy kick, kinda like cinnamon sticks. Finish is long and warming, leaves a sweet honey taste 🍯. Really proper for a cold night, innit?

Samuel Thomas

May 7, 2026, 17:41:58

Oh, this whisky’s got a real kick to it! 🥃 First off, I’m gettin’ loads of smokiness 🌫️, like sittin’ by a bonfire. Then there’s a bit of peatiness 🪵, kinda earthy and rich. Afer that, some sweet fruity notes 🍎 come through – maybe apples or pears? And a hint of vanilla 🍦 makes it smooth. It’s rewarmin’ on the throat, perfect for a chilly eve. 😊 The nose is bold with spices 🌶️ and a touch of honey 🍯. On the tongue, it’s oily and full-bodied, with flavors of caramel 🍬 and nuts 🥜. The finish lingers long, leavin’ a cosy glow. Can’t stop sippin’ it! 🌟

Muhammad Adams

May 5, 2026, 22:21:52

Tasting this one, get apples and vanilla straight off. 🍎 Bit of leather and smoke, kinda like a bonfire. Honey sweetness, some caramel, and a citrus zing. Oaky finish with pepper. Nutty and earthy hints too. Quite intense but lovely. 😊 Nose: fruity, smoky. Palate: sweet, spicy. Finish: long, warming. Cheers! 🥃