Aberlour 18 Year Old, Bourbon & Sherry Cask, 43%

The long finish has a nice little turn, moving from crème brûlée sweetness to gentle oak, with dried fruit and spice hanging on. That gradual shift makes this a warm, easy one to appreciate.

Reviewed by BrassSoda

Nose

Ripe fruit, Orange zest, Toffee buns, Plum jam, Butterscotch, Hints of vanilla and honey

Palate

Soft apricot and cream, Chocolate-coated raisins, Liquorice root, Blackcurrant jam, Old leather, Oak and nutmeg

Finish

Long and complex, Crème brûlée sweetness moving to a gentle oak flourish, Lingering dried fruits and spices, Subtle warmth