Usquaebach Old-Rare is a blended Scotch whisky from Cobalt Brands, featuring 41 Highland single malts aged up to 20 years combined with 15% grain whisky. The whisky is bottled at 43% ABV in a distinctive stone flagon and sells for around $115.
The palate is smooth and light, layering smooth, mild grassy and floral notes with gentle billows of peat smoke, finishing with bracing hints of cinnamon and clove. Best Buy.
The finish is lively and youthful, and even evokes a bit of lime zest to give it a bit of zip when you least expect it. After a lackluster start, it proves to be solid stuff.
