Cradle Mountain 1996 CA

Whiskyspace Notes 2223

Jul 3, 2026, 00:00:52

Had a dram tonight that was loud and clear, like a burst of pineapple liqueur and fresh pineapple straight out of a can. The grenadine and a splash of grenadine syrup gave it a cheeky pink glow, and there was a hint of kirsch that made it feel very, very funny. It reminded me of a pina‑colada‑ish beach holiday, with a touch of golden syrup sweetness and a whisper of bourbon‑style malt. The fruity, more tropcal vibe was punctuated by a faint musk and those eau‑de‑vie‑ish notes in the finish – absolutely a fun whisky for a lazy Sunday 🍹

Graham Harrison

May 19, 2026, 09:26:35

Aye, getting a proper waft of vanila fudge and buttered toast, then that peat smoke creeps in—like a bonfire on the beach. 🌊🔥 Mouthfeel’s oily, coats the tongue nice. Dried apricot, wee bit of heather honey, maybe even a whisper of caramalised banana? 🍯🍌 Finish hangs aboot, spicy oak and a ghost of sea salt. Cracking dram, tht. Sláinte 🥃

Chris Patel

May 12, 2026, 00:21:14

Just tried this one, innit. First thing, you get hit with a kinda sweet, fruity vibe – maybe apples or pears? Then it gets all woody and spicy on the tongue, like a proper autumn walk. 🥃 After that, there's a nice smoky finish, not too heavy but it sticks around. Really smooth though, no burn. 😊 The aroma's lovely too, hints of vanilla and something like toffee. Proper sippin' whisky for a chill evening. Sometimes I notice a bit of a malty note, which I quite fancy. Makes it feel all cozy and warm. 👍 Overall, a decent dram with a good balance. Would recommend to mates who like a bit of character in their glass. 🥳

Ruth Clark

May 11, 2026, 05:21:42

This whisky's got a real smoky kick at first, then mellows out into vanilla and caramel sweetness. Quite peaty but smooth as well. Definately enjoyed it! 😊 Sometimes a hint of spice on the finish. 👍

Martin Griffiths

May 6, 2026, 11:11:30

Ahh, this whisky's got a lovely warm sensation, like sitting by a crackling fire. Sweet hints of hony and a bit of spice, with a smooth, oaky end. Cracking stuff! 🥃🔥 Sometimes it feels a bit smoky, reminescent of a cozy autumn evening. Really warms the soul.