Built on the site of an older illicit distillery Mortlach was the first legal distillery in Dufftown which is the epicentre on Speyside. Mortlach is again making its mark as a single malt with last years Diageo Special Release bottling selling out in record time. Distilled in 1999 and matured in ex Pedro Ximenez Sherry & Oloroso Sherry seasoned casks for no less than 21 years. Bottled at 56.9% abv and non-chill filtered. NOSE Rounded with dried dark fruits and rich sherry like notes, citrus peels, pancakes and salted butter, meaty with light savoury notes. PALATE Smooth and silky texture, dried fruits, savoury with chilli spice and dark fruits. FINISH Fruity and savoury notes, drying and rich.

LARK DISTILLERY Tokay 100 Rare Cask Release Single Malt Whisky 57.5% ABV with 100ml Sample Bottle, Tasmania

Nose: Rich caramel swirls with toasted oak. Vanilla and dark cherry beckon. Subtle spice teases the senses. It’s a warm invitation. Palate: Velvety toffee coats the tongue. Black pepper and ripe plum dance. Oak’s depth lingers boldly. A luxurious sip unfolds. Finish: Long and spicy, with sweet molasses. Cinnamon warms the throat. Oak’s embrace endures. It’s profoundly satisfying.

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