This limited release from Glen Scotia was initially matured in first fill bourbon barrels before a second maturation in both first fill Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry casks – hence the name, Double Sherry Cask! Creamy bourbon influence and classic sherried spices balance the maritime nature of the whisky, bottled up at cask strength, a healthy 54.1% ABV.
Salted caramel and plum skin, leading into brown sugar, waxy peels and peppery oak.
Creamy vanilla and spiced fudge balanced by a pinch of rock salt, alongside oily citrus and plump dried fruit.
Toasted and spiced nuts on a dry finish.
I am now on my second bottle of this lovely malt. I find it delectable, the flavours, the warm feeling as it glides down your throat. Excellent value.
Cherry flavoured gob stoppers, liquorice, heavy cinemon notes makes this an acquired taste. Not my favourite Glen Scotia, but lots of depth and very interesting. Recommend the 15 year old over this and also the incredibly good value double wood.
