Scotch Malt Whisky Society 1.159

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LIVELY AND EXPLOSIVE

Bottled after 11 years in a First Fill Barrel at 56.2%.

Panel's Tasting Note: "An unusual and intriguing wee dram on the nose – hard peaches, wood sap, nutty notes, quince, juniper, flint, Evo-Stik and green ginger – quite clean but was it floral or soapy? The palate was fizzy, lively and tooth-stripping, with explosive ginger heat, granny smith apples, vanilla and mint humbugs. The nose seemed smoother and sweeter with water – cocoa butter, sherbet fountains (with liquorice), ginger beer and lime – quite summery in character. The reduced palate became well-rounded and easy-drinking with some of the deeper botanical ingredients of gin coming through – liquorice, aniseed, angelica and cassia. The distillery sits north of Ben Rinnes. Whisky pictured at right is a sample image."

Drinking Tip: "Could be a summery drink, maybe even with ginger ale."

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