SMWS 91.18 (Dufftown 20 yo 1985/2005)

SMWS 91.18 (Dufftown 20 yo 1985/2005)

2005, SMWS
Single malt - Speyside
Pale orange
51.4% ABV
Dram

Nose: Vanilla, marzipan, orange juice, lemon sweets, popcorn, caramel, hints of lemon zest.
Mouthfeel: Medium body, thickens slightly, then static.
Tasting: Sweet. Lemon sweets, vanilla, marzipan, sponge cake, caramel, butter, orange peel, marshmallows.
Finish: Medium. Bitter, mossy, wet leaves, sponge cake.

Comments:

Like sipping a cloud. Very elusive flavours, except for the mulchy finish. Despite the way it sounds, it's actually quite enjoyable, like a counterpoint, akin to the pleasure I get from eating chillies.

Verdict:

I like this.