1 of the 2 2021 single cask release for the US importer ImpEx Beverages. Aged 11 years in Buffalo trace bourbon barrel, finished in STR (no question a Sherry) cask. Bottled at cask strength of course. Neat without adding water. Nose: no doubt it’s finished in sherry cask, the influence is apparent. Behind the sherry note, there’s a beautiful mixture of dark chocolate, soda cream, caramelized brown sugar and the vanilla. Palate: sweet and fruity initially, then came the heat of alcohol and spiciness of the oak. Juicy and chewy Finish: dried raisin, the heat tingles at the back of tongue, quite tannic from the oak, medium length. Adding several drops of water. Sweeter nose with less pungent smell of alcohol. Tropical fruits came out to play. Less heat but nuttier palate, much drinkable. A well crafted single malt. I would’ve guessed a highland sherry bomb if I tasted it blind but it’s a Walsh single cask! Well done from such a young distillery.