Cutty Sark Original
Cutty Sark Original is a Blended Scotch whisky made by Edrington. ABV: 40%. Our expert rating is 7.2/10.
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Nose
Light grain, lemon, a faint malty sweetness. Remarkably pale and delicate, with a touch of vanilla and a clean, almost neutral character. Not much happens here.
Palate
Very light — grain whisky dominates, with a touch of citrus, vanilla and a gentle cereal sweetness. The lightness that was once revolutionary now feels simply thin. A whisper of spice provides the only friction.
Finish
Short and clean, with grain and a fleeting malty note.
Expert Review
7.2/10A once-mighty blend built for the American market — light, pale and a little lost in the modern whisky landscape.
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