Whisky Guide

WH I S K Y TA S T I N G N OT E S

A LEGACY OF EXCELLENCE. A SPIRIT OF SCOTLAND.

At Trump Turnberry, whisky is more than a drink – it is a story of land, coast and craft.

We invite you to explore, discover and enjoy some of Scotland’s finest whiskies.

Speyside Highland

Islay

Campbeltown

Lowland

HOW TO ENJOY YOUR WHISKY Whisky is best appreciated slowly, with each sip revealing something new. Take a moment to engage your senses and discover the craftsmanship behind every dram.

Look Observe the colour and clarity in the glass.

Nose Gently swirl and take in the aromas. What do you discover?

Taste Take a small sip and let it coat your palate. Identify the layers of flavour.

Finish Savour the finish. How long do the flavours linger?

WEE GUIDE Introduction to whisky

Ardbeg Corryvreckan Cask Type Ex-bourbon casks and new French Oak casks (specifically Limousin oak)

Year Non Age Statement (NAS)

ABV 57.1%

Distillery Ardbeg

Location Islay

Palate

Nose

Finish

Deep, chewy, and spicy, featuring peppered steak, tangy seaweed, and tarry espresso.

Heady and intense, with waxy dark chocolate, warm blackcurrants, muscovado sugar, and earthy pine needles.

Very long and powerful, with lingering coffee, chocolate-coated cherries, and hot pepper sauce.

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Glendronach Cask Type Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry casks sourced from Andalucía in Spain

Year 12

ABV 43%

Distillery Glendronach

Location Valley of Forgue, Scottish Highlands

Palate

Nose

Finish

A “gentle explosion” of flavor including caramelised bramble, silky orange, sultanas, and warming spices like ginger and cinnamon. It is often described as rich, creamy, and silkysmooth.

Sherried autumn fruits, chocolate praline, gingerbread, and sun-dried raisins.

Some reviewers also note notes of vanilla, pear, and spiced mulled wine.

Medium length with notes of wood spice, fresh ginger, and a lingering nuttiness.

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Clydeside Stobcross Cask Type First-fill American Oak Bourbon casks and European Oak Oloroso Sherry butts

Year Non Age Statement (NAS)

ABV 46%

Distillery Clydeside

Location Clyde, Glasgow

Palate

Nose

Finish

Light to mediumbodied, creamy texture with flavours of peaches, pears, and citrus, balanced by white pepper, toffee, and subtle white chocolate.

Fresh and floral with vibrant tropical fruit notes (pineapple, mango) and sweet orchard fruits like green apple and pear, along with vanilla, honey, and a slight malty or herbal undertone.

Medium length, fresh, and slightly dry with lingering spiciness, citrus, and oak-driven sweet notes.

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Bladnoch Vinaya Cask Type First-filled sherry

Year Non Age Statement (NAS)

ABV 46.7%

Distillery Bladnoch

Location Lowlands

Palate

Nose

Finish

Creamy and “fatty” arrival, featuring green apple, pear, chocolate-covered honeycomb, and a hint of white pepper.

Richly aromatic with notes of cut grass, fresh green apple, cured lemons, and white flowers (heather/lemon blossom).

Medium length with a refreshing blend of spiced oak, marzipan, and cocoa.

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Glenfiddich 12 Cask Type American and Eurpoean oak casks - Sherry

Year 12

ABV 40%

Distillery Glenfiddich

Location Speyside

Palate

Nose

Finish

Sweet and fruity, developing into butterscotch, cream, malt, and subtle oak spices. It is known for having a light and very smooth mouthfeel.

Distinctively fresh, fruity, and fragrant with notes of green apple, pear, and a hint of honey or floral creaminess.

Long, smooth and mellow with lingering hints of fruit and oak.

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Arran Sauternes Cask Type ex-bourbon casks (8years) and finished in Sauternes Wine casks (6-9 months)

Year 8+

ABV 50%

Distillery Arran

Location Isle of Arran

Palate

Nose

Finish

Rich and mouthcoating, bringing sweet fruit flavors like apricot, melon, and white grapes, balanced by honeyed malt, creamy vanilla, and light pepper.

Lusciously aromatic, showcasing ripe peaches, apricots, candied citrus, honey, and honeysuckle, with a distinct underlying nuttiness (marzipan) and subtle oak spice.

Long and warming with lingering notes of sweet honey, dried fruit, subtle spice, and a slightly dry oaky finish.

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Glenfiddich Gran Cru Cask Type French Cuvee Oake Casks (used to ferment sparkling wine)

Year 23

ABV 40%

Distillery Glenfiddich

Location Speyside

Palate

Nose

Finish

Rich vanilla oak, sweet brioche, sandalwood, pear sorbver with grape.

Soft, creamy texture and hints of peach and soft pepper.

Intense aromas of apple blossom, freshly baked bread and candied lemon peel. Other notes include banilla, sugared almonds and light pear.

Long, opulent, sweet and lingering notes of glaky pastry and dry malt.

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Highland Park 30 Cask Type Sherry seasoned casks

Year 30

ABV 45-48%

Distillery Highland Park

Location Orkney

Palate

Nose

Finish

Oily, smooth and surpisingly lively for age. Sweet vanialla, heathery pete smoke is smoother than younger expressions.

Heather honey, dark toddee, caramel. Rple plums, dried apricots and bright mandarin zest.

Exceptionally long - drying, woody impression with lingering echos of dark chcooclate and saint , saly, coastal edge.

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Glenmorangie Signet Cask Type American Virgin Oak with ex-burboun and Spanish Olorso Sherry Cask

Year Non Age Statement (NAS) - rumoured to contain 30-40 year old mix with 18 year old

ABV 46%

Distillery Glenmorangie

Location Tain, Highlands

Palate

Nose

Finish

Velvety and rich with strong notes of espresso coffee, dark chocolate truffles, cinnamon, treacle, and ginger.

Deep, powerful aromas of mocha, espresso, dark chocolate sponge cake, orange zest, and toasted spices.

Very long and complex, fading with a combination of bitter espresso, chocolate, and citrus peel.

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Bladnoch 19 Years Cask Type The casks have imparted delectable notes of dark liquorice sticks, dried apricots and warming nutmeg into the golden-hued whisky

Year 25+

ABV 48-49%

Distillery Bladnoch Distillery

Location Lowlands (Dumfries)

Palate

Nose

Finish

Rich liquorice combined with dried apricots, sweet almonds and spicy nutmeg.

Dark liquorice sticks, aged oak and a subtle floral background.

Long-lasting with a distinct dry sweetness.

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Macallan JB Cask Type sherry and red wine-seasoned oak casks to create a complex, deep flavor profile

Year NAS

ABV 43.7%

Distillery Macallan Distillery

Location Speyside

Palate

Nose

Finish

Orange zest, fizzy sherbet, and subtle ginger spice, evolving into dark chocolate, dried figs, and baked apple with honey.

Fresh and vibrant, with lemon tart, pear, apple pie, and sherryinfused vanilla and coconut.

Long, sweet, and complex with lingering oak and dried fruit.

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COCKTAIL MASTERCLASS

Ailsa Breeze

Clover Club

A crisp and refreshing blend of Hendrick’s Gin, elderflower, cucumber and mint, topped with ginger ale for a light and vibrant serve.

A vibrant blend of gin, raspberry and fresh lemon, shaken to a smooth, creamy finish with a delicate berry sweetness.

Whisky Sour

Old Fashioned

Rich bourbon balanced with fresh lemon and silky egg white for a smooth, velvety serve with a citrus finish.

A timeless classic with smooth bourbon, warming bitters and a touch of sweetness, finished with fragrant orange peel.

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