SMWS 64.150 Al Fresco, In the Sun 14 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SMWS 64.150 Al Fresco, In the Sun is a 14 Year Old Speyside single malt Scotch whisky bottled by The Scotch Malt Whisky Society at 56.4% ABV. Distilled on May 12, 2009, the whisky spent 12 years maturing in an ex-bourbon hogshead before being transferred to a first-fill ex-Bodega Pedro Ximénez barrique for the remainder of its maturation, creating a rich combination of fruit, confectionery, nutty and savoury flavours. 

Food Pairing: Pair with cured ham, aged cheese, roast pork, toasted nuts, fruitcake or caramel-based desserts.

Tasting Notes: Rich and layered with cured meats, Madeira cake, smoky nuts, apple, caramel and baked stone fruit, developing sweeter notes of fruit syrup, dates and custard pastry.

Nose: Cured and smoked ham, cheese and Madeira cake mingle with smoky nuts, apple peel, caramel and baked stone fruit.

Palate: Fruit syrups, dates and custard tart are joined by coriander and beurre noisette, with water bringing additional plum jam, toffee and gently spiced notes.

Finish: Lingering and warming with menthol-like freshness, rich fruit, nuttiness and gentle spice.