Oban The Distillers Edition 1998 15 Years Single Malt Whisky

Oban 1998

Oban

Highlands · United Kingdom

3.6
★★★½

11 ratings

Bottle Information

Brand
Oban
Age
15 years
ABV
43%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
Oban
Distillation Year
1998
Bottling Year
23.07.2013
Cask Types
Double Matured in Montilla Fino Cask-Wood

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Lowest Price:€109.11(2024-08-27)

Tasting Notes & Reviews

Expert analysis and tasting impressions

1#1

Oof, that’s a lovely drop 🥃 Nose is all toffee and vanilla, wi’ a wee whiff of peat smoke in the back. Bit of apple and honey too, right proper sweet. On the tongue it’s oily, rich caramel, then it shifts to dark dried fruits—raisins n’ plum, maybe even a touch of cocoa. 🌰🍫 Mid-palate you get a subtle spice, like cracked pepper and a whisper of ginger. The oak is there but it’s soft, never bullyin’. Finish just keeps goin’—warm, faintly salty, that peat campfire comin’ round again. Leaves ye feelin’ all cosy, like sittin’ by a hearth. 🔥 Defo a dram that asks you to take your time. Sláinte! 😌👊

2#2

Mmm, that first sip just hits different, dunnit? 🔥 Smoky, kinda peaty... makes me think of a bonfire on a crisp autumn night. 🍂 Then it's all warm vanilla and a bit of spice, maybe some orange peel? Wudn't say no to another glass wif a square of dark chocolate. 🍫 Proper cozy. ✨

3#3

Tried a dram of this whisky last night, gotta say it's pretty decent 😊. On the nose, gettin' some toffee and a bit of oak, like walkin' through a autumn forest 🌲. First sip hits you with a warm, honey-like sweetness, kinda like golden syrup on toast 🍯. Then comes a gentle spice, cinnamon maybe, that lingers at the back of your throat. Mouthfeel's smooth as silk, no harsh burn, just a cozy glow inside 🔥. Aftertaste is all vanilla and dried fruits, raisins or summat, stickin' around for ages. Really nice for a quiet evening by the fire 🥃. Not too strong, not too mild, just right. Would definately have another glass, cheers!

4#4

Nuffin' too fancy, just a solid sip, ya know? 🥃 Starts wif a bit of apple and honey sweetness, moves into some creamy, almost custard-like notes. A gentle warmth comes through, not burnin', just a nice hug in ya chest. 🍂 Finishes off wif a touch of smoky oak and maybe a hint of vanilla? Yeah, easy-drinkin', wif a bit of depth. Cheers! 🌳🔥

5#5

Ah, this whisky's got a right smoky kick with some peaty notes, I reckon. You can taste honey and a bit of vanilla sneaking in, plus a hint of fruit. The finish is all woody oak and warming – proper nice, that! 🥃🔥 Sometimes a bit of smokyness lingers, but it's lovely. 👍

6#6

First sip, warm golden hug 🍯 Smooth as anything, bit of honey and vanilla dancing round... proper lovely that. Oaky undertones creeping in after, slight spice on the finish 🥃 Like a cozy evening by the fire, init? Hints of dried fruit, maybe some caramel? Hard to pin down but it just *works* Nose is gorgeous btw - getting toffee, touch of smoke wisping about 💨 Long finish that lingers nicely, not too harsh. Could easy have another glass tbf 😅 9/10 would recommend for a chill night in

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