J.G. Thomson 1972 Sweet Blended Grain, Bourbon Cask, Batch No. 3, 1972, J.G. Thomson & Co., 46%

The wax gives the sweet honey and toffee notes a little more texture, while the fruit cake and buttery shortbread keep the palate rounded. A warm, persistent finish suits the style.

Reviewed by orangepeel.tram

Nose

Honey, butterscotch and sticky toffee pudding, Natural wax, orange peels and dried ginger

Palate

Malted chocolate, rich fruit cake and dried fruit, Buttery shortbread, maple syrup and baked apple

Finish

Warm and persistent, with fudge, tropical fruit and gingerbread