SMWS 11.30 (Tomatin 17 yo 1990/2008)

SMWS 11.30 (Tomatin 17 yo 1990/2008)

2008, SMWS
Single malt - Speyside
Pale gold
58.9% ABV
Dram

Nose: Plums, lemons, chocolate, molasses, black pepper, hints of orange peel.
Mouthfeel: Medium body, thickens, syrupy, hot .
Tasting: Sweet sour. Lemons, blue cheese, plums, raisins, chocolate, molasses, hints of orange peel.
Finish: Long. Blue cheese, potato chips, molasses, plums.

Comments:

Very drinkable despite the high strength. No water required here, just enjoy the burn. Sweet fruit, a strong coating of molasses, with a little savoury bite of Stilton in the finish. Unusual, and delicious. Something to have instead of dinner.

Verdict:

I like this.