Back for a second batch, it's a tremendously old spirit from Auld Alfords, independently bottled by That Boutique-y Spirits Company. This spirit is so old, in fact, that its ABV has dropped down to 35% during its 52-year maturation. Had it been bottled earlier, before the angels got such a greedy share, it would have been categorised as "whisky", however, now it's below the legal minimum 40% ABV, and resides in the category of "spirit". The good news is, those Boutique-y folks know a great dram when they find one and recognised that this impressive spirit was too good to remain unbottled. Labelled "Too Late Bottled Vintage", this is an intriguing, and flavoursome find for fans of well-aged whiskies and spirits.

Tasting Notes

Nose Dusty old oak, dense, dark caramel, honeyed apple, and vanilla custard.

Palate Soft, sweet layers of banana bread and candied mango, mellow oak, and more creamy vanilla.

Finish Leather, ripe, honeyed fruit, and lingering spice.

40%