Edradour 10 Year The Distillery Edition

Wow....spicy...hints of Dried Fruits, Vanilla

Birthday gift number 2. Other than the age statement, this couldn't be more different than number 1 (Ledaig). Super dark color. I'm sure I've had coffee that was lighter in color. The barrels they used must've been quite damp. The nose is very dry, nutty, earthy. Maybe a little vanilla and berry underneath that layer. The palate is dry, raisin, dark chocolate, rich. Builds into a little spice through the finish. This is quite pleasant.

Lightly peated. Good mouthfeel. Very smooth.

Dark mahoghany (no coloring, per the distillery). A favorite not just because of the very small artisanal production but also because of its uniqueness. Lots of sherry influence: rich, sweet nose of raisins, strawberry jam, molasses, and a layer of walnuts and hazelnut. Slightly creamy mouthfeel with fruitcake and a pleasant spiceness. Good length: creme brulee and vanilla linger on the back end. Simultaneously complex and I'd think user-friendly. Easy to quaff at 43% ABV.