Style: Bright and smooth
Nose:
Delicate run of dark raisin syrup. Coffee beans, leather and tobacco leaves submerges. Confident layering of malt, orange and vanilla. A rather atypical touch of light corn syrup dipping on top, dark fruits stewing with gentle smoke at the back.
Palate:
Sweet, ripe cherry fruits flow onto the palate, chocolate eclairs. Light, upbeat jazzy mood you can dance with it. Seamless stitching with multi-layers of flavours. Lovely maltiness flourishing brightly at the middle with a neat citrus zing. Vanilla brushes and finishes with a light orange note.
Finish:
Roasted almonds dipping in thick grape juice. Lip-smacking sweetness lingers on.
Thoughts:
Nicely sherried, although from what I have read it is not the sole vatting component. Cheerful and light-hearted tone, quite a memorable dram as there are not many whiskies which can light up the mood and make you smile. Quality malt and hopefully I can get to try more of their expressions in near future.
☆ [Recommended]
[43% • 2013 • Original Bottling • Limited Edition • 1359 Bottles]
-Esmond