Miltonduff 1997, 20 yr old, Cask Strength, G & M, Single Malt Scotch Whisky

700 ml, 58.8% abv, Scotland (Speyside)

Miltonduff is the seventh largest distillery in Scotland, but the vast majority of its output goes into the Ballantine’s blends, so it is not generally know as a single malt.

This Gordon & MacPhail Cask Strength bottling was matured in a First fill Sherry butt for 20 years and then bottled at 58.8% abv.

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Description

Aroma : Vibrant festive spices mingle with toasted oak and cocoa powder. Hints of grapefruit develop and lead to delicate chamomile floral notes.

Taste : Intense spice initially followed by toasted oak, chocolate, and orange marmalade flavours. Underlying liquorice comes to the fore on the finish.

Aroma with Water : Rich vanilla and fruitcake aromas lead to dried cherry and stewed raisin notes. Underlying spices accompany milk chocolate and toasted oak.

Taste with Water : Creamy and sweet followed by chilli chocolate flavours. Cinnamon and clove mingle with fresh citrus peel and muted liquorice. A subtle menthol edge.

Finish : Long and creamy with lingering spice.