Oban is a very small distillery in the Scottish Highlands. Its 14 year old expression is an absolute classic and part of Diageo's "Classic Malts of Scotland" range.
I myself had no previous experiences with Oban before buying this bottle on a whim. The distillery's name is certainly unique, so how's the whisky?
0.7 - Amber. Has added coloring.
Nose
Fresh, sweet. Hints of wine gums. Oranges and a bit of smoke or perhaps pepper.
Palate
Lots of oranges. Salty. Quite round and oily mouthfeel, but not a very full flavor.
Finish
Dark fruits (sherry-ish), licorice. There's a slight bitterness. Peaches. Medium length with more wine gums and a tad of heat at the end. When given more time, the whisky brings out more of the omnipresent oranges.
Lovely finish, but a bit one sided with all the oranges. The salt is nice, and so is the touch of heat. It's hard to tell if it's smokiness, spice or both. I expected a bit more peat from what I've heard. To summarize, it comes off a bit too thin.
Score
72 / 100
0-50 Subpar
51-60 Drinkable
61-70 Decent
71-80 Good
81-90 Great
91-100 Fantastic
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