Bothy by Ralfy 2015 Cask Series 027 11 Year Old Blended Malt, Sherry & Bourbon Cask, 2015, North Star Spirits, 54.1%

The oak comes through with raisin and vanilla, but it sits alongside a stronger peat-and-savoury side, especially on the finish. The contrast makes the wood feel like part of the mix rather than the main story.

Reviewed by fern.fox

Nose

Raisin-oak, Soft vanilla, Syrupy ginger, Soft plum, Light French mustard

Palate

Caol Ila peat, Ginger, Oakwood, Soft liquorice, Absinthe

Finish

Salt, Tar, Chimney peat, Mint, Floral notes, Savoury green sage