Middle Cut - Tormore 12 years old, Bourbon Barrel #801185

Middle Cut - Bruichladdich 14 years old 1st fill Syrah red wine barrique #1944

Distillery: Tormore

Age:12 years old

Cask type and Number:

Bourbon Barrel #801185

ABV: 61.5%

Number of Bottles: 168

Tasting notes by Jim McEwan

Colour - Clover Honey / Light Amber Gold

Aromas - Unmistakably Speyside with the malty oaky vanilla notes working in harmony with the crispy sweet cereal aromas. On a distinct drift of toasted oak, crisp kiln dried malted barley followed by a beautiful combination of vanilla extract, light fruit notes, fresh fruit, apple and pear. As the

aromas expand a twist of spice evolves from the bourbon residue lying deep in the oak staves. It’s fresh and vibrant with a hint of sweetness, honey and malt extract all working in harmony with the oak resin. It requires a dash of water to enjoy the skill of the distiller and the passage of time.

Palate - The cereal sweetness works well with the charred oak staves to produce a taste that is full of character. Fruity hints created by the yeast during the fermentation process work brilliantly with the oaky foundation. Fresh and vibrant with a viscosity that completely seduces the tastebuds. The

sweetness of the malt extract with the bourbon residue giving the spirit a texture that is succulent and spicy. Add a dash of water which will allow the flavours to evolve and work in harmony. The finish is silky smooth, long in tenure and quality.

It’s a Speyside gem that leans to the true DNA of

a Speysider.