A H Hirsch Reserve 16 Year Old, New American Oak Cask, 2003, 45.8%

The menthol note is an interesting counterpoint to the caramel and vanilla, while orange zest keeps the palate from sounding entirely oak-led. There’s plenty of detail here, though the finish is described as dry and oaky.

Reviewed by birch_notebook

Nose

Menthol, Creamy vanilla, Caramel

Palate

Orange zest, Vanilla, Dried fruit

Finish

Dry oak, Baking spices, Black pepper