Le Nez du Whisky: A Journey Through the Aromas of Whisky

• Embark on a journey with Le Nez du Whisky, a comprehensive guide by Jean Lenoir, meticulously crafted to refine your sense of smell and deepen your understanding of whisky.
  
  
• Le Nez du Whisky presents a curated collection of 54 aromas meticulously selected to encapsulate the essence of this wonderful spirit:
  • Floral notes: Blackcurrant buds, geranium, honey, rose, tobacco leaf, hay, green grass.
  • Fruity notes: Pineapple, cherry, peach, pear, apple, lemon, mandarin, orange, grapefruit, dried fig, walnut, prune.
  • Woody notes: Oak, resinous, sherry, toasted almond, toasted hazelnut, coconut, caramel, chocolate, custard, vanilla, anise, cinnamon, ginger, herbal, mint, nutmeg, allspice, black pepper, liquorice, earthy.
  • Miscellaneous notes: Biscuit, coffee, toast, malt, butter, leather, roast beef.
  • Phenolic notes: Smoky note, peat, seaweed, seashells, medicinal, rubber, tar, sulphur.
    
    
• The classification is presented in families on an aroma wheel included in the box, which provides a comprehensive visual aid to exploring the aromas of the whisky.
  
  
• Le Nez du Whisky offers a unique exploration of the whiskies of Scotland and beyond, with perspectives from renowned specialists and magnificent illustrations. Notable contributions include:
  • 1. Tasting accounts by Scotsman Charles MacLean, one of the greatest whisky writers of our time, recounting a century of Scotch single malt whisky through personal experience.
  • 2. Expert guidance by French writer and journalist Martine Nouet, specialising in gastronomy and spirits, revealing the art of delicately harmonising whisky with culinary delights.
    
    
• This invaluable resource allows you to:
  • 1. Train and enrich your olfactory memory to better identify whisky aromas.
  • 2. Analyse and understand the nuances of the whiskies you taste, unraveling the complexities of their creation and origin.
    
    
• Aimed at both professionals and enthusiasts eager to deepen their knowledge, Le Nez du Whisky is presented as a meticulously designed book-object, covered in a delicate deep black relief and adorned with white silkscreen.
  
  
• Handcrafted in France. Our scents come with a 5-year warranty and can last up to 10 years if stored in optimal conditions.