Allt-A-Bhainne Hot buttered cedar 14 Year Old, 1st Fill Ex-Bourbon Hogshead Cask, Cask #108.73, 2010, Scotch Malt Whisky Society, 62.3%

At 62.3%, this is a proper cask strength Speysider that doesn't apologize for its heat. It avoids the usual over-sweetened profile of some 1st fill bourbon casks, instead leaning into a firm oak grip and plenty of pepper. It is a direct, punchy dram that does exactly what it says on the bottle without any unnecessary fluff.

Reviewed by WhiskyGuru

Nose

Cedar wood, Vanilla bean, Buttered toast, Sharp citrus

Palate

Intense pepper, Oak grip, Dark malt, Warm spice, Creamy butter

Finish

Drying oak, Lingering pepper, Toasted wood, Persistent warmth