Nose: Malt, sweet, fresh brioche, marzipan, yellow fruits – perhaps even a ripe, mushy yellow pear – a hint of banana, coconut and lychee. Haven’t done my homework yet, my tax return’s waiting, haven’t taken the rubbish out, haven’t phoned Mum, and my World Cup predictions are way off the mark. None of it matters – it’s summer, so the to-do list can wait.
Palate: Stormy heat, thunderstorms, lightning and thunder on the tongue. Bitter orange, bitter almond, bitter melon, unripe apples, a hint of ginger and pepper. Orange peel.
Finish: Oily, long, warming, but also slightly burning. A hint of chilli. If I had to guess, I’d say Kilkerran with hints of smoky Glen Scotia and a touch of Springbank, but I’m rubbish at guessing. “I’ll always keep you guessing. I’m living up to the name. It’s powerful. That’s just what I do.” – Future.
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