Loch Lomond “Croftengea” 17yo 2007/2024

Loch Lomond “Croftengea” 17yo 2007/2024

Whisky Jury
Single malt - South Highlands
Golden
59.2% ABV
Dram

Nose: Winter melons, lemon zest, peat, oranges, smoke, gooseberries, hints of cinnamon. With water, oranges, tyre rubber, charcoal ash, raisins. 
Mouthfeel: Medium body, astringent, hot, tingly. 
Tasting:  Sour bitter. Lemon zest, malted grains, leather, soot, charcoal ash, winter melons. With water, malted grains, leather, smoke, lemon zest. 
Finish: Long. Lemon zest, winter melons, malted grains, fresh baked bread. 

Comments: 

Smoky, yet fruity, some ashy cinnamon especially on the nose. Water brings out some more citrus, with smoke too. It builds to a nice malty finish.

Verdict:

I like this a lot.