Aultmore

A small batch of five American oak refill barrels from Aultmore Distillery has been used to create this release, distilled in 2011 and aged for eleven years. Bright with underripe mango and lime juice. Some rich cardamon custard coming through with lime zest and a hint of milk chocolate. The lime zest continues on the palate with flavours of conference pears, with light and fresh chili and orange oil all coming through. Toasted vanilla sticks and lime linger well after your last sip.

Aultmore distillery produces an aromatic and fresh spirit, and when paired with American oak such as this single cask, creates a juicy and lush style, redolent of tropical fruit salad, with pineapple and green apple notes. A flavour of orange marmalade comes through with a touch of jasmine adding the quintessential Speyside floral quality.

Aultmore is not an expression that is often seen as a distillery bottling, however there is a large number of independently bottled drams on offer. usaually known for being rather light and floral, this expression from Cadenheads, aged in both Fino Sherry and Manzanilla casks shows of a richer side to the spirit.

the nose is rich sweet and rather Christmassy, with a slight nuttiness, notes of zesty orange peel, raw sugar and maraschino cherries.  

on the palate there are notes of fresh green apples, dried fruits and sweet cinnamon spice.

The finish is warm sweet and nutty, with notes of walnut brittle, maple syrup and pulpy orange juice.