Cask No. 9.158 Taiwan Complex arrangements of herbs made

Complex arrangements of herbs made a late arrival but were joined on the finish by freshly cut pinewood and green tannins

Sweet and rich on the palate

Drinking tip: A picnic aperitif dram

white pepper and truffle oil

A dollop of water revealed oatmeal and a scent of damp earth and assorted game meats

Cask No. 9.158 Taiwan Complex arrangements of herbs madeCask No. 9. 158 Heavy weight cake Speyside, Spey From the outset we were entwined in a sticky concoction of dried orange skin, treacle and cherries. Spiced cake mix delivered cinnamon, nutmeg and mace with runny honey, chocolate fudge and tinned fruit cocktail. The viscous texture of linseed oil guided us towards rye whiskey with caramelised parsnips and burnt toffee closely followed by the sweet fragrance of fuchsia. The palate continued as it began