1257 Kensington Road NW
1 (403) 283-8000 / atyourservice@kensingtonwinemarket.com
$211.99
THE STORM BEFORE THE CALM
This 15 year old Highlander spent 12 years in an ex-bourbon hogshead before being transferred to a 1st fill oloroso hogshead, and has an abv of 55%.
Flavour profile: Spicy & dry
Distilled on: 21 September 2007
Outturn: 251 bottles
700 mlSMWS Tasting Panel's tasting note: "We made a red wine gløgg with almonds, raisins and pumpkin seeds while we watched, in the distance, a thunderstorm approaching. On the palate it felt like a mythological battle between the Roman gods of Jupiter and Venus – it was big and bold with a hint of funk, and we thoroughly enjoyed it.
Diluted, the thunderstorm passed, and a calmness set in with sweet frankincense, polished wood and clean leather saddles. To taste, a creamy texture, freshly brewed Assam black tea and a fruit tray bake. Following 12 years in an ex-bourbon hogshead, we transferred this whisky into a 1st fill Spanish oak oloroso hogshead."