2000s Strathisla 12 Year Old (Old Label) Highland Malt 1 Litre

Nose: Malty with spice and fruit, and a whiff of smoke. The nose is rich and of good body. Some notes of wood oils and resins, rubbed petals, winter spice and cereal sweetness. There are notes of marmalade and hints of bourbon with a thick creaminess.

Palate: Medium bodied. Creamy, rich, dried fruit, malty, and a subtle background smokiness. The palate is thick and full. There are notes of thick cream and honeyed raisins. Sultana notes emerge with a little Madeira and mixed peels.

The oak develops into the finish, which is fruity and spirity.