Bunnahabhain Authentic Collection 1997 17 Years Single Malt Whisky

Karl Ellis

May 11, 2026, 18:02:25

Right, this one's got a real nice smokiness to it, but balanced with some sweet fruit notes – think dried apricots or sommat. A bit of vanilla and oak in the background, very smooth. Could drink it all night by the fireplace. 🔥🥃 Sometimes I get a hint of peat, not too strong, just adds depth. Overall, a proper belter for a chilly evening. 👌

Quentin Rogers

May 11, 2026, 08:21:04

Just had a dram, pretty decent. Nose is all sweet apple and a bit of vanilla, like those hard caramels. 🍎 Got some smoky wood notes on the palate, kinda smooth though. Not too harsh. Finish is warm, a little peppery. Left with some toasty grain flavours. Could have another. 👍

Julie Lloyd

May 7, 2026, 11:21:58

First sip, it's quite smooth, a bit like honey and vanilla. Nose has some smoky notes, maybe a touch of fruit. Finish is long and warming. Not too shabby for a wee dram. 🥃 Quite enjoyable, though maybe a tad too sweet for my liking. Hints of oak and spice come through nicely. 👍

Jeremy Brown

May 6, 2026, 22:41:29

Just tried this one, init? Starts off with a right smoky smell, like a campfire. 🔥 Then you get this sweet, honey-like taste, maybe some fruit notes too. The finish is proper warm and lingering, kinda like Christmas pudding. 🍮 Bit of a tangy kick at the end, but that’s alright. Quite enjoyabale, really. 😊

Sonia Watson

May 5, 2026, 18:21:06

Aight, so got this whisky here. First nosing... heavy on the vanilla, like proper custard stuff, but then there's a bit of that classic oak char coming through. 🌲 Had a sip neat, and blimey, it's got a lovely spice kick right at the back. Kinda peppery, y'know? Then the sweetness rolls in - think honey drizzled on a scone. 🍯 The mouthfeel is proper silky, almost creamy. Finish is long and warming. Keeps goin' with that sweet spice mix. Get a little hint of dark chocolate right at the end too. 🍫 Would defo have this again on a cold night. Solid dram. 👍