SMWS 36.194

The whisky presents aromas reminiscent of mince pies, mulling spices, nutmeg, and treacle tart, with additional notes of red cabbage sauerkraut, chilli, and ginger developing upon aeration.

It reveals complex flavours of lebkuchen and moist ginger cake alongside chocolate marzipan truffles, with sautéed buttery mushrooms and red wine jus complementing a creamy, lightly smoked paprika character.

This cask-strength expression, matured nine years in ex-bourbon before finishing in first-fill American oak PX sherry hogshead, leaves a lingering impression of warming spice and rich, savoury depth.