Glentauchers 'North Star' 2008 / 14 years old 58.1%

This incredibly grunty Glentauchers comes from a highly active ex-sherry butt, imparting its heavy wood influence over 14 years of maturation. Iain's tasting notes talk of "brand new tupperware filled with empire biscuits and victoria sponge", bringing to mind qualities of rich fruit jams and vanilla, while the palate is described as being like a leather riding crop soaked in sherry (come on now Iain...)