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Famous Grouse 100% Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 12 Years

I have always kind of overlooked The Famous Grouse because I always see it in my local 7/11 among the other discount blends. I used to buy the straight forward blended bottling as a mixer. My buddies and I would mix it with coke to do some pre-drinking before we headed out clubbing. Because of this, I suppose I'm a bit biased towards this stuff....

Score 84/100

The Black Grouse

My first foray into the world of Famous Grouse blends. Quite nice - solid bodied, the colour of golden honey. Oaky nose with malt, toffee and a little apple. These are also on the palate with some peat smoke, vanilla and pepper. A little water brings out the peat - medium warm finish. Not outstanding but very nice.

Score 75/100

Famous Grouse 18 Year Old

Nose: Big Sherry. Very Macallan-esque with butter and toffee on top. Palate: The palate is also influenced by sherry , dried fruit, and some malt and spice. It’s not very impressive, but nice. Finish: Dried fruit and cocoa. A nice daily dram, but not over complex, and for malts aged 18 years one would expect a little more. Off to the Sheep dip...

Score 81/100

Famous Grouse 12 Year Old

I've had his bottle open for two months now. I picked up this bottle after I purchased for the second time The Famous Grouse 18, which in my opinion, is one of the best "bang for the buck" whiskies out there. Too bad they are both discontinued. For those who may or may not know, The Famous Grouse 12 is a combo of The Macallan 12 and...

Score 84/100