156.8 Lemony Mclemonface

Scotch Malt Whisky Society cask 156.8, Lemony McLemonface, is a single cask Lowland single malt from the Glasgow Distillery (SMWS code 156), released in The Creators Collection label design. Distilled on 22 June 2015 and matured for 10 years in a first-fill ex-bourbon barrel, it was bottled at a cask strength of 61.5% ABV, with 200 bottles. True to its name and its Sweet & zesty profile, the Tasting Panel found lemon in every form, from bonbons and limoncello to curd and drizzle cake, with aniseed and strawberries and cream in support. The palate is rich and mouth-coating with shortbread, lemon tart and a peppery touch of mace. Bottled at natural cask strength without chill filtration.

Nose: Lemons everywhere - bonbons, limoncello, curd, drizzle cake and barley water - plus aniseed balls, olive oil and strawberries and cream; water brings tea tree, custard powder, bergamot, lemon thyme and mint

Palate: Mouth-coating shortbread and tarte au citron with peppery mace; water adds bananas baked with custard, rosewater and lime curd

Serve: Neat, then with a few drops of water to open up the aromas; at full cask strength it rewards patience.