Excitement in the Christmas air. Wrapping up the day and the final presents. Poured myself a Tomatin. Why? Why not? An opening on the nose of honey, vanilla, tea and tropical fruits of pineapples and apricots. Another inhalation or two and caramel apple-crumb pie with a cinnamon spice sprinkle is taken in. Time blooms the nose and the aromas become more vibrant and alive. Draw a sip and the liquid taken in is sweet that turns spicy, all in a medium-light body. Brown sugar, honey, Tabasco, powdered cocoa all take their turns on the palate. The life is short and blends into the finish. Oak dryness that turns to a tongue tingle of fresh ginger root. That pins-and-needles sensation slowly fades to an oaky and orange bitter finish that lasts. My first Tomatin found me unsure as what to expect and was pleasantly surprised. Though sweet, it's the spicy zing characteristic that takes center attention. It could be a perfect aperitif. Sweet and spicy: always an exhilarating ride. Many thanks to @Telex for providing the first Tomatin experience. [87/100][Tasted: 12/23/17]