Time for another Dram!
The Three Sisters
A Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky made for the National Trust for Scotland
A bit about
As we were making our way to Oban, we stopped briefly in Glencoe to see The Three Sisters (Bidean Nam Bian) a stunning group of mountains. It was pouring down but, while we were there, we paid a quick visit to the Glencoe Visitor Centre, where I found this cute little bottle bearing the same name as the mountains.
I don't have much information about it unfortunately, all I know is that it was sourced for the National Trust for Scotland (the Charity running the visitor centre) and that it has 40% ABV.
Time to try it
The Three Sisters - Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Nose: As I first opened the bottle - very slightly floral, verging on sweet, with a hint of vanilla. After a while, it smells less floral and more oak-heavy.
Taste: Quite sharp on the palate to begin with, after which it becomes slightly sweet and oaky
Finish: Medium with a slight bitterness towards the end
Pros and cons
Not surprisingly, it's only available to purchase at National Trust for Scotland Shops, either in some of their stores or online.
It opens up with a few drops of water and it's not too bad in cocktails either but it's a bit too sharp for me to recommend it for sipping.
In conclusion
Priced at £60 for a 70cl bottle (my tiny 20cl bottle was £25) it might seem to have a higher price than expected, but considering that 100% of profits go towards the National Trust of Scotland's conservation work, I think it can be justified.
On a different note, it's one of the best types of souvenirs I can imagine generally, so at least for that I think it's worth a try.
As always, please drink responsibly.
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I hope life is treating you well.
Take care.