John Barr Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky

John Barr Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky is a distinguished blend within the John Barr range, produced by Whyte & Mackay. It aims to offer a rewarding taste experience by combining Highland malt and grain whiskies for structure and richness with Speyside varieties for a mellow finish.   

Tasting Notes:

• Aroma: Rich with notes of chocolate, baked sweet apple, and freshly baked bread. Some also detect a fresh apple scent with a touch of vanilla, ripe fruit, malty sweetness, and light peaty smokiness.   
• Palate: Offers flavors of ripe apricot, gingerbread, and hazelnuts. It's described as smooth, light, and easy-sipping, leading with vanilla and caramel, plus gentle peat smoke into a baking spice finish. Some find creamy vanilla and rich dried fruits with a stream of tangy peat.   
• Finish: Lingering with a maple finish. Others note a long and warming finish with a lingering sweet spice, or a dry finish with hints of vanilla and pepper.   

Awards: John Barr Reserve has received recognition for its quality, including:

• Achieving the highest score within its category and price tier at the Ultimate Spirits Challenge 2016.   
• 93 Points at the International Wine & Spirit Competition 2021, noted for its sumptuous mouthfeel, creamy vanilla, rich dried fruits, and a tangy peat finish revealing fruitiness.   
• 91 Points and a Best Buy designation from Wine Enthusiast (December 1, 2016), highlighting its fresh apple scent with vanilla, smooth and light palate with vanilla and caramel, and gentle peat smoke into a baking spice finish.   
• A Silver Medal at The Scotch Whisky Masters (The Spirits Business) in 2015.

Overall Impression: John Barr Reserve Blended Scotch Whisky is generally considered a quality blend that offers a good balance of rich and mellow flavors at an attractive price point. Its tasting notes suggest a combination of fruitiness, sweetness, subtle spice, and a hint of smoke. It is often recommended as a versatile whisky suitable for enjoying neat, on the rocks, or in cocktails, and is seen by some as a good value alternative to other popular blends.

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