Blended Malt Scotch Whisky, Over 17 Years, 70CL, 44.1%ABV

Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 17 Years Old Matured in sherrywood 44.1% ABV Nose: Rich, comforting, and layered with old-school character. It opens with the gentle sweetness of diluted maple syrup and the distinct, earthy aroma of an almost empty pouch of rolling tobacco. Plump sultanas and a rich cherry compote develop next, before the nose takes a slightly drier turn toward bitter walnut skins and the zesty, aromatic oil of Valencia orange pith. Palate: The arrival is wonderfully bright and deceptively juicy. A vibrant handful of fresh raspberries, tart cranberries, and wild lingonberries leads the way, all lightly dusted with bitter powdered chocolate. From there, the dram steps squarely into a classic, old-world study: warming clove oil mixed with antique wood polish, old books, and well-worn leather chairs, all resting on a deep foundation of traditional sherried fruit. Finish: A beautifully structured transition. The finish moves effortlessly from that juicy, mouth-watering fruity acidity into a clean, pleasantly drying, and perfectly paced conclusion. Non-chill filtered and natural colour. This spirit may haze at low temperatures and under dilution.