The Single Malts of Scotland 12 Year Old Orkney 2009

Distilled at an Orkney distillery in 2009 and aged for more than 12 years in a single ex-Sherry Butt, which yielded a total of 615 bottles. This is a delectable warming and mouth-filling dram, fully infused with red fruits, rich sweetness, and a hint of spice.

TASTING NOTES

Nose: A spoonful of dark berry jam is dolloped on a rich fruit cake with marzipan icing. Dark caramel, drizzled on stewed figs, is mingled with some almond flakes.

Palate: More rich, red fruits: cranberry sauce and candied raisins. Thick manuka honey mingles with cinnamon spice and candied orange peel.

Finish: The sherry has clearly influenced this dram but has not overpowered the spirit – a beautiful peppery honey finish with more fruit, some fudge sauce and baking spice.