
Whiskyspace Notes 1320
Jun 2, 2026, 05:54:57
Right, so this one's a proper journey. Poured myself a dram last evening, had it neat.
Nose hits you first - old cognac barrels, I reckon. Then there's this deep, almost savoury note, like a hint of mutton suet in a rich stew. Gets your attention.
Took a sip, and whoa. The dried fruits come through massively – figs, dates, currants, all that good stuff. Like a Christmas pudding liquidised, but in a really sophisticated way. Manuka honey sweetness ties it together. 🤤
The middle bit is where it gets interesting. There's this waxed fig thing, plus something like toasted croissants with that buttery crust. A very resinous, slightly mentholated sultana note pops up too, which is wild.
Finish is dead long. That old tobacco strand comes through, just like the smell of a well-loved leather pouch. Pears and orange squash lighten it up, but that liquoricy depth just lingers. Smooth doesn't even begin to cover it.
Honestly, it's rounder and more complex than my old favourite jumper. Each sip gives you something new to chew over. Glorious stuff. A proper treat for a slow evening.