Chestnut Wood Strathearn

Chestnut Wood Strathearn

Robertson’s of Pitlochry
Single malt - Central Highlands
Dark copper
59% ABV
Dram

Nose: Toast, driftwood smoke, autumn leaves, black pepper, white spirit, nutmeg, hints of cloves. With water, raisins, nutmeg, hints of roast pork. 
Mouthfeel: Heavy body, warm, mouth coating, loosens slightly.  
Tasting:  Bitter salty. Autumn leaves, black pepper, white spirit, tobacco leaf, driftwood smoke, hints of charcoal ash. With water, raisins, roast pork, charcoal ash. 
Finish: Medium. Tobacco leaf, black pepper, charcoal ash, nutmeg. 

Comments: 

Unusual bottle - chestnut wood isn’t very common, especially in scotch. It’s smoky and savoury, lots of spices and burning things. Not sure the wood fits the distillate, but it’s a decent dram.

Verdict:

I like this.