Part two of our overview of Diageo’s   Special Releases 2018 . In case you missed it, check the Special Releases 2018 – part 1.

Inchgower 27 yo 1990 (55,3%, OB ‘Special Releases’ 2018, refill hogsheads, 8544 btl.)

Sometimes known as the ‘Manzanilla of Speyside’ for its light and coastal profile.

Nose: although there’s certainly a light fruitiness (lime, bergamot), it is more on the oaky side, with slightly fragrant notes (whiffs of potpourri). Fresh oak shavings. Ginger and pepper. Shortbread. Also a little marzipan. Mouth: fruitier and creamier now. Peaches, apples, honey and pineapple cubes. Then back...