Johnny “Rock and Roll” Brookheart posted a interesting article on his blog “The Droprocket” a couple of days ago. In the article he strongly questions Glenmorangies new Quinta Ruban.
“The entire line of Glenmorangie whiskies have been relaunched in new packaging, and released under different names. “Port Wood” becomes “Quinta Ruban” after the port barrels the spirit is finished in. The style of the spirit has drastically changed. What was previously sweet and subtle is now brash, cheap, and bitter.I’ve only tasted the Quinta Ruban bottling, but I don’t have much hope for the rest of the line.” Says Johnny.
Note from WhiskyGrotto. Anyone else got any comments on this? Feel free to post your thoughts under this post.
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The Scotsman has some thoughts on this as well.
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I have now tasted the Quinta Ruban, and I must say that I do not agree with “The Droprocket”.
I have tasted the Quinta Ruban, and I must say that I most certainly DO agree with “The Droprocket.”
I find Quinta RUban absolutely lovely. One of my favorites and far better than the former Port Wood.
Anyone tried the Nectar d’Or?
I absolutely agree with The Droppocket. I loved the Port Wood. I find both Quinta & Nectar harsh in comparison, nor do I like the flavours. But I love the Cellar 13, only I cannot find it except at Heathrow airport.
I do NOT agree with The Droppecket. It was his own feeling and taste. Quinta Rubin is still smooth and sweet. It flavour and taste have balance btw mellow and dry.
(To rejesh), You may find it harsh, because it is non chill-filtered and has an ABV of 46% (higher alcohol than previous Port Wood). However, for my Tasting, I found it is strong (not harsh).
To savor, you should pour drops of pure water into the whisky to gain more aromas and avoid too strong flavour of high alcohol whisky.