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A remarkable malt, antique gold in colour: golden but with a rosy hue. This whisky has been matured for at least 12 years in American white oak casks and racked for several years into Ruby Port pipes for 'finishing'. Tasting Notes With a drop of water, the key aromas are of butterscotch and dark chocolate, but with fresh, minty notes and a trace of dryness, like lint. There is some sandalwood here, and citric fruit - oranges, perhaps tangerine - even a hint of allspice. With a little more water, lighter scents begin to emerge: grass and hay, hazelnuts and candied peel. The mouth-feel is voluptuously smooth, like sipping velvet. The entire palate is engaged - a most interesting and complex balance of sweet and dry flavours. the bitter chocolate, noted as an aroma is apparent, and the fresh minty-ness. In the satisfying, lingering finish a hint of port reveals itself for the first time, this and walnuts. A remarkable whisky, perfect after a good meal, or to savour at any time.View label (24K jpeg)
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