Cambus Single Cask 1988 29 Years Single Grain Whisky

Whiskyspace Notes 1377

Jun 3, 2026, 07:37:35

I had a dram of this whisky last evening – it's medium-bodied with fresh notes of peat, almost whispering. The seawater and brine-y character come through, likely from the cask, which gives a Jamaican rum sweetness, making it as easy as a light beer. A real blessing to sip, not a big whisky at all. I get olives and white wine on the nose, very good. No coconut, thankfully. The finish has a croissant and bread quality, a great surprise. I doubt that came from the distillate in itself – maybe the cask. There's ginger, smoky oak, Jamaican hints, and sloe. It's pure single grain, and overall, it's like a fresh loaf. 😊

Sally Richardson

May 20, 2026, 00:01:09

Crackin dram, this. Nose is all honey’d orchard fruits wi’ a wee whisper of smoke 👃🍯 Palate’s proper smoov — toffee, a touch of cinamon, and some dried peels dancin about. Finish lingers lovely; warm oak and a faint nuttiness that just hangs there. Splash o’ water opens up more of that vanila sponge vibe. Defo one to sip slow. Cheers 🥃

Rebecca Ross

May 13, 2026, 06:23:49

Yeah, so this whiskey's got a right proper smoky kick, like a bonfire on Guy Fawkes night. Then there's a sweet, fruity thing that sneaks up on you – think dried apricots or summat. Really warms the cockles! 🔥😊 And a bit of vanilla too, makin' it smooth as anything. Top notch for a quiet evening. 👍🥃

Sonia Carter

May 11, 2026, 18:01:47

Blimey, that first sniff is proper peaty, innit? Like a bonfire on a damp beach. Then you get some... 🍯 honey? And maybe a bit of apple crumble. It's got a right kick, aye, but smooths out into something warm and woody. Finishing with a bit of spice, maybe nutmeg? And the peat smoke lingers, like. A decent dram for a chilly evening, I'd say. Not too shabby at all. 👍

Rebecca Marshall

May 11, 2026, 08:43:18

Had a dram of this one last night. Nose is peaty with a touch of vanila. Taste-wise, it's like burnt carmel and a bit of citrus zest. Goes down smooth, leaving a warm glow. 🔥🍊