Description
Nose
Honey: A prominent sweetness greets you first, reminiscent of golden honey or honeycomb.
Dried Fruits: A wave of dried fruit follows, with notes of raisins, prunes, and maybe even a hint of fig.
Spice: Warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg add complexity, hinting at the influence of the oak casks.
Smoke: A subtle smokiness lingers in the background, likely a whisper from the peated malt used in some batches. It’s not overpowering, but adds a touch of intrigue.
Palate
Rich and Malty: The initial taste is full-bodied, with a strong malt character that emphasizes the barley used in the whisky’s creation.
Honey and Toffee: The sweetness from the nose translates onto the palate, with notes of honey and buttery toffee.
Dried Fruits: The dried fruit notes return, but with more nuance. You might detect hints of raisin, prune, and even a touch of apricot.
Spice: A gentle peppery spice complements the sweetness, adding depth and warmth.
Oak: Lingering oaky tannins provide structure and dryness, balancing the sweetness.
Finish
Long and Warming: The finish lingers pleasantly on the tongue, with a gentle warmth spreading through the chest.
Spice: The peppery spice from the palate carries over, leaving a tingling sensation.
Oak: Oaky tannins remain present, reminding you of the whisky’s maturation.
Dried Fruit: Subtle hints of dried fruit, particularly sultana, peek through, adding a touch of sweetness to the lingering warmth.
Mocha: Some tasters detect a subtle mocha note in the finish, hinting at the influence of the chocolatey character from the port casks.
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