Cask No. 9.168 Armagnac candied lemon peel

candied lemon peel

sherbet lemons) – we also got balsamic glaze

mint sauce

sweet potato and horseradish seasoned with red wine vinaigrette

The palate had a pile-driver punch of spirity heat (even with water) but after a couple of sips we learned to take it on the chin – nice grassy

Cask No. 9.168 Armagnac candied lemon peelCask No. 9. 168 Cedar bigger picture Speyside, Spey Aromas arrived with a thick frame of cedar wood that echoed elements of eucalyptus with a fresh and lively spirit. Peering through the frame we discovered a scene of dried flowers and brandy snaps as sweeter notes of white chocolate, caramel and custard came into focus. The palate reflected elements of raspberry jam but quickly became drier as fennel seeds, lemon and chilli came to the fore.