Deanston Dragon's Milk Stout

Solid pour. Easy drinking. Medium finish. Hint of smoke.

I'm not a big Deanston fan but this US exclusive is one of their best expressions I've had. The tangy fruity distillate works really well with the dusty cocoa and cream notes from the stout cask finish. The are no harsh notes despite the youth of the spirit -- six or so years -- and it goes down smoothly neat or with a drop of water. At a mere $65 a bottle, I'd take this over one of their well-aged wine-cask finishes any day.