1988Claxton’sWarehouseNo.8Strathmill35YearOldCaskStrengthSingleMaltScotchWhisky(700ml)

Sans Old dunnage warehouses, the lightest dustings of cocoa, new leather, delicate poached orchard fruits and furry tannins are all suggested in this pussycat from Strathmill; hints of something fresh like mandarin peel, join rancio and light waxiness through the aftertaste. Sleek and polished, with a grace that makes it so easy and confident in its delivery. The kind of rare, aristocratic malt that demands to be enjoyed on its own. 44.2% Alc./Vol. 64 bottles only from an oloroso sherry octave. Tasted from a 30ml sample.