2017-10-31 by Thomas Øhrbom (Whisky Saga)
A rather unique product under review today. The MACK by Mackmyra was launched 2015-10-07. Allegedly aimed at a younger audience, this whisky does stand out from the ‘crowd’ of Nordic whiskies in more ways than one.
1. It is bottled at 40 % ABV. OK, not very unique, although the majority of Nordic whiskies are bottled at 46 % or higher.
2. It is chill-filtered. Yes, it is connected to item one, but still worth a mention.
3. It has added colouring (caramel – E150a)
4. It is cheap!
You can buy a bottle (70 cl) of the MACK by Mackmyra in Sweden at SEK 299 (85591).
Nose: Very light and mild on first approach. Hints of oak, apples, pears and vanilla. Hard to detect a whole lot really. After a good fifteen minutes in the glass it does open up a bit more, and takes on a warmer and slightly richer character. Mainly added caramel notes, but also hints of citrus.
Taste: Light of body – thin and watery. Vanilla, banana and canned pears.
Finish: Very short finish. Burned caramel, white sugar and banana.
Score: (71/100)
Link to original review on whiskysaga.com
For collectors of Mackmyra whisky
MACK by Mackmyra
Age | not disclosed |
Series | |
Bottled by | Mackmyra OB |
Bottling date | not disclosed |
Cask type | |
Bottle size | 70 cl |
ABV | 40.0 % |
Number of bottles | not disclosed |
Released for | Sweden |
First sold | 2015-10-07 |
Article number | |
EAN barcode | 7350029669416 |
Added to database | 2017-01-01 |
Latest update | 2017-08-22 |
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MACK by Mackmyra is said to be suitable in coctails or to drink as it is. It's chill filtered and contains colouring. Notes according to Mackmyra: Nose: fruity and elegant, with aromas of citrus and pear. It has a soft touch of vanilla oak and a slight spiciness, with herbal notes of anise, mint and vanilla. Taste: fresh and fruity with a spicy character of pear, citrus and a soft touch of vanilla oak. Finish: Short with notes of sugar, vanilla and spiciness. | |
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