Whisky Review: King Robert II Treble Cask Edition, produced by s) Tasting Notes: King Robert II Treble Cask Edition Vital Stats: No age statement at 40% ABV) — at $14.99, the question is whether it delivers on its promise. I sat down with a pour to find out.
Nose
to the extent that it is hard to pick up on the juice beneath. Similarly, the : Alcohol dominates the nose, making it difficult to pickup the iodine and black tea flavors underneath. Add some water and you can pick up some eucalyptus. is fairly flat and is what I would expect from a bottle of scotch that costs 14.99. I would only consume this in a heavily diluted mixed drink. The 12 year expression is substantially better, with the age of the whisky cutting the alcohol smells down and allowing you to better appreciate the spirit. While I would only drink it with a healthy portion of ice, the dram is on par with Johnny Walker Red. We review King Robert II Treble Cask Edition, a mix of single malt and grain Scotch whiskies, aged in a variety of oak casks for years before being blended and bottled in Scotland. (image via Ian Macleod Distillers) Tasting Notes: King Robert II Treble Cask Edition Vital Stats: No age statement. A blend of whiskies from the Islands, Highlands, Lowlands, and Speyside regions of Scotland. 80 proof (40% ABV). $14.99/750ml. Appearance: Clear ruddy brown with honey. Nose: Alcohol dominates the nose, making it difficult to pickup the iodine and black tea flavors underneath. Add some water and you can pick up some eucalyptus. Palate: Medicinal flavors dominate with iodine and rubber overwhelming the tongue. There are some nice hints of coriander, but the whisky collapses on bitter walnut.
Palate
I would be comfortable putting this in a mixed drink, like a scotch & coke or something that covers the thick alcohol smells, but not neat or on the rocks. Ive had worse, but Ive had a heck of a lot better.
Finish
Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by Whiskeyful or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.
The Bottom Line
Whisky Review: King Robert II Treble Cask Edition did not quite work for me. At $14.99, I would steer you toward other bottles that offer more for your money in this category.
