Tropical Mess

PROFILE Toasted Oak & Vanilla CASK 1st Fill Ex-Bourbon Barrel AGE 9 Years Old ABV 59.6% DISTILLED DATE 2 December 2015 OUTTURN 1 of 178 bottles REGION Highland SPIRIT NOTES The Panel found the neat nose on this one rather juicy and full of jellied green and yellow fruits. We also noted exotic fruit teas, mango drizzled with honey and a luscious sense of texture. Water brought the green freshness of cut grass and gorse flower, plus lime curd, papaya and a wee vegetal hint of green pepper. The palate opened with a synchronous sense of juiciness alongside lots of sweet waxes, olive oil, coconut water and general syrupy fruit-salad goo vibes. Reduction maintained this lovely oily texture and weight, while adding in some cedar wood, vanilla cream, rosewater and fruity granola.