This limited-edition bottling is an outstanding example of the art of independent whisky bottling. The Orkney (HP) 2010/2025 was matured for 14 years in carefully selected casks previously used for sherry and bourbon. The combination of delicate peat smoke, heather, and sweet vanilla promises a complex taste experience that will delight both connoisseurs and novices.
Nose: Linlithgow SMOS 26 Year Old reveals subtle aromas of ripe fruit, vanilla and honey, with woody and spicy notes in the background. Feel: On the palate, this Scottish single malt offers a rich, creamy texture, showcasing flavors of baked fruit, caramel, oak and cinnamon. Finish: The finish is long and warm, leaving lingering notes of dried fruit, dark chocolate and subtle smoke.
Nose: Mac-Talla Strata 15 Year Old reveals smoky, marine aromas, with hints of peat and salt. Feel: On the palate, this single malt offers spicy, woody flavors, balanced by hints of honey and dried fruit. Finish: The finish is long and lingering, leaving notes of oak and vanilla on the palate.
nose : Soft dried fruit mingles with Octomore’s signature smoke. Sunbaked tropical fruit and delicate florals appear from earthy peat, accompanied by a subtle nuttiness and toasted oak. Notes of honeysuckle and orange blossom emerge, alongside sweet smoke and a fresh, salty breeze.
palate : Rich and sweet smoke, followed by caramelised sugar, roasted nuts, and dried fruits. Subtle hints of candied peel and warming spices follow. The underlying peat adds depth and complexity, evoking the warmth of a campfire and a touch of sea salt.
finish : A long, sweet and smoky finish, with a crisp maritime freshness and lingering wood spices.
Nose: Glenturret Maiden Peated Ed. reveals smoky, peaty notes, accompanied by subtle hints of ripe fruit. Feel: On the palate, this single malt reveals intense aromas of peat, honey and spice, offering a rich, complex taste experience. Finish: The finish is long and warm, leaving a lingering sweetness and hints of smoky oak.
Nose: Through orange chocolate and crème brûlee comes perfume and spice — rose petals, lilac, and carnation, chased by cumin, saffron, and nutmeg. Add water, and delicate fruits and a fresh menthol breeze sneak out.
Palate: Ginger, black pepper, and mint are followed by toffee, demerara sugar, and sugar-coated almonds. Then comes that eucalyptus lift with marmalade and dark chocolate in the backdrop.
Finish: The finish lingers with clove, leather, and peppermint, leaving your tongue humming like it’s been on a spice-market bar crawl.
Nose: Aromas of heather and honey, accompanied by a hint of delicate peat smoke.
Palate: A harmonious combination of fruity sweetness and vanilla, complemented by subtle spicy notes.
Finish: Long lasting with a fine balance of smoke and sweet sherry nuances.