Ledaig 16YO 2005 (SMOS) Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml (ABV 53%)

Introduction

Elixir Distillers is an independent bottler that released The Single Malts of Scotland range in 2002. This range consists of vintage single malt Scotch whiskies selected for their individual quality and character. Along with the classic single cask collection, the range includes the Director’s Special series personally selected by Sukhinder Singh, as well as two small-batch collections: the accessible Reserve Casks and the more mature Marriage of Casks.

This single malt was distilled at Ledaig distillery in 2005 and aged for more than 16 years in a single barrel, yielding a total of 226 bottles.

Nose – Savoury-sweet aromas float in: chipotle-and-maple-syrup smoked bacon, followed by chocolate covered salted caramel sweets. Ripened persimmons and a vase of fresh lilacs follow on.

Palate – Some salinity, with notes of dry roasted peanuts and cornichons. This is balanced by some tart fruitiness that of tangerines which leads on to comforting baking spices.

Finish – A hint of charred pineapple remains, accented by some subtle mace.