Bain's Cape Mountain Whisky
Bain's Cape Mountain Whisky is a South African whisky made by James Sedgwick Distillery. ABV: 43%. Our expert rating is 8.5/10.
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Nose
Honey, vanilla pod, ripe pear and a flash of toasted corn sweetness.
Palate
Silky and sweet — crème caramel, banana, coconut flakes and a warm nutty undertow.
Finish
Medium-long, smooth, with lingering vanilla, honey and a soft spice lift.
Expert Review
8.5/10The world's first single grain whisky made entirely from South African yellow maize — honey, vanilla and tropical fruit from Wellington's Bain's Kloof.
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