Remember the Highland Park 1967 John Scott’s ? Here’s another excellent  40 year-old that was opened by our friend Karel during his birthday tasting the other day: Auchentoshan 1965 bottled back in 2006.

Auchentoshan 40 yo 1965 (41,6%, OB 2006, bourbon cask, 200 btl.)

Nose: very waxy, up to the point when you double-check whether you’re having Clynelish. Hints of juicy pear, lime and lemon scented candles. Leathery notes. A little vanilla as well. Soft herbs, blending with a slightly sour touch of oak. Mouth: pleasantly fresh, with similar citrus notes (including zests), pear peelings, leather and soft...