Name: Oban 14
Color: Brown
Nose: Malt, honey, flowers, light oak, honey
Taste: Malt, dry wood, honey, flowers
The Oban distillery is located in the West Coast of Scotland in the port of Oban. It was established in 1794 and is one of the smallest distilleries in Scotland. I have not had Oban in years, and I received this bottle from my good friend Sam for the birth on my son. I will admit, I need a drink now and then during that first month of fatherhood.
Oban 14 flavor profile is very nice and well balanced, but it falls a little flat for me. I am not overly impressed with it for the age. At 14 years I was expected a little more richer tasting flavor profile for a single malt that is medium light in body. Oban is a smooth drinker but come as at a higher price point. This price is likely due to the small size of the distillery and the low volume production.
Oban Expressions: 14, 18, 32, Little Bay, Distiller’s Edition, and The Soul of Calypso.
Priced around $75 to $100 and priced a little on the high side for the flavor profile
If you like it, drink it! – Chris
If you like it, drink it!
