We tried the GlenAllachie 12 Years PX finish some time ago, and now it’s time for the youngest expression in their wood finishes series. The GlenAllachie 8 Year Old Koval rye quarter cask finish . Rye and quarter casks, are we aiming for a spicy dram?

GlenAllachie 8 yo – Koval rye quarter cask wood finish (48%, OB 2019)

Nose: lightly fragrant sweetness at first, some freshly sawn wood and cinnamon buns. Pepper and nutmeg follow. Vanilla and honey. Hints of panettone and beer. Mouth: obvious wood wizardry, but in a nice way and with rather less punch...