Aberfeldy SMWS Never Judge a Dram by Its Colour 60.36

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society's Never Judge a Dram by Its Colour is a limited-edition, single-cask Highland single malt Scotch whisky distilled at Aberfeldy on April 3, 2014, and aged for nine years in a second-fill ex-bourbon barrel. Bottled at a robust 59% ABV, this cask-strength expression delivers vibrant notes of citrus, vanilla, honey and warming oak spice. Fresh kiwi and lime mingle with delicate floral sweetness, creamy cake and a lively peppery finish. With just 224 bottles produced, it offers a distinctive exploration of Aberfeldy's character.

Food Pairing: Lemon cheesecake, vanilla shortbread, almond biscotti, aged Gouda, honey-glazed chicken, citrus desserts or white chocolate.

Tasting Notes: Bright and lively, with fresh citrus, creamy vanilla, floral honey, sweet oak, delicate cocoa and warming spice.

Nose: Fresh kiwi, lime zest, warm oak, vanilla and fragrant wildflower honey, developing notes of lemon cheesecake and elderflower with water.

Palate: Vibrant and sweet, with vanilla-marble cake, citrus zest and delicate cocoa, followed by cinnamon, pepper and cooling menthol.

Finish: Long and warming, with lingering oak spice, refreshing citrus, gentle herbal sweetness and a subtle hoppy character.

Serve: Enjoy neat in a Glencairn glass, allowing the whisky to rest briefly before tasting. Add a few drops of water to reveal additional floral, citrus and creamy dessert notes.