It has been awhile since
I've explored deliciousness from across the pond, so instead of Bourbon or
American Rye, tonight's pour is Scotch whisky: Specifically Glenfiddich Cask of Dreams from 2012.
As a single malt, a Scotch
must be distilled in a pot still, and it must be produced at a single
distillery.
Glenfiddich is a Speyside
whisky. The Speyside region is the largest in all of Scotland. The water used
in the distillation process comes from the River Spey. Speyside whiskies
typically are the most complex, with elegant flavors and aromas.
Nosing this Whisky brings
vanilla and fruits, with a background of oakiness. Swirling it again brings
fresh, fruity waves to the nostrils. When the glass is brought to my mouth, I'm
inhaling sweet vanilla.
Tilting the glass brings the
liquid to my tongue and fruitiness and spices, along with that oaky flavor.
The finish is lingering and
very pleasant with the oak and spice. The finish lingers pleasantly.
This bottle was allocated for the USA market only. There is a different Cask of
Dreams for at least the Canadian market as well. I'm unsure of the differences,
but the American version has been finished in American white oak.
Bottled at 97.6°, this is a warmer Scotch that offers some great flavor. Cheers
and Slàinte!
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