Ardlair 11yo 2010/2022

Ardlair 11yo 2010/2022

Thompson Brothers
Single malt - Speyside 
Straw
50% ABV
Dram

Nose: Lemon zest, lemon sweets, cream, vanilla, sea salt, leather, hints of walnuts. 
Mouthfeel: Medium body, hot, tingly, expands. 
Tasting:  Sweet sour. Lemon sweets, sultanas, orange juice, vanilla, leather, hints of smoke, hints of damson jam. 
Finish: Long. Orange juice, lemon sweets, walnuts, leather, malted grains. 

Comments: 

Never had Ardlair (“Ardless”) but I like the look and taste of it. Lots of sweet and sour fruit infused with a rich dark nuttiness. I must hunt out some older expressions, if they’re available.

Verdict:

I like this a lot.