David T. Smith Issue Nine Sam Coyne Tastings

Verano – Spanish Watermelon


Verano

Spanish Watermelon

William Grant & Sons


ABV: 40%
Country: Scotland
Style: Flavoured 
Price per bottle: £21-40 (US$27-53)
Availability: Worldwide


David T. Smith

Nose
Candied fruit and luscious watermelon, this reminds me a lot of watermelon sorbet.

Palate
Soft and almost fluffy in terms of texture, this has a smooth vanilla sweetness that’s followed by a slight bitterness. The fuller, more luscious watermelon flavours then return.

Finish
Lingering heat combined with subtle notes of angelica, juniper, and citrus.

Comments
Refreshing: it would be great on a hot day with plenty of ice, sparkling water, and a twist of lime.

Score

7.8


Sam Coyne

Nose
Fresh watermelon, a little lemon, a green piney note and some crisp white wine.

Palate
Watermelon flirts with juniper pine upfront in a blend of sweet and bitter. Then a little citrus. Has a light mouthfeel, reminiscent of watermelon juices…

Finish
Short to middling length with a confectionary sweetness remaining.

Comments
A tasty refresher. Captures the chosen flavour nicely. Will surely serve as a great summer long drink with some sparkling water.

Score

7.9


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