
Paid: $86 for 700ml
Distilled/Owned by: Deanston / Distell
Region: Highland
55.6% ABV
Aged For: 13-Years
Mashbill: 100% malted balrey
Cask Type: Ex-bourbon 12-years, finished in French oak for 1 year
Chill Filtered: No
Color Added: No
Color: Chestnut
Drank: Neat, in a glencairn
Nose: Rich oak nose, with cinnamon, ginger, baking spice, sour pears, cocoa powder, mulled apple cider, and saltwater toffee
Feel: Full bodied
Taste: Vanilla, honey, malt, ginger, birch root, nutmeg, clove, berry, and nuts
Finish: Medium warmth and length, nutty, oak, malt, cream, butter, salt, vanilla, caramel, and slightly bitter orchard fruit
Thoughts: It’s a spicier take on the 12 year with some added body and heat. If you are a fan of Deanston and want a bit more oak spice punch this fits the bill.
Score: 85 out of 100