Body:
Rich
Matured in first fill Sherry hogsheads this full bodied single malt is a powerful presentation of Sherry matured Speysider.
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Colour:
Rich
Cask type:
First Fill Sherry Hogsheads
ABV(%):
43
Distilled:
1968
Nose:
Burnt sugar, treacle notes evident with floral aromas (lavender & wax polish). Sherry wood & mulled fruits in the background.
Palate:
Toasted, malty flavours initially with fruit & sherry wood following. A subtle smokiness & a hint of pot pourri.
Nose:
Sweet, rich fruit aromas - ripe apples & pears. Smoky - burnt wood notes together with a dry spicy edge - liquorice & aniseed.
Palate:
Rich fruit & spices, resinous with cream sherry flavours. Smoky, okay notes also present which slowly dry the palate.
Finish:
Sherry and a touch of peat smoke