Hazelburn 2007 Aged 9 Years Barolo Cask Finish Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Volume: 700ml          ABV: 57.9%          Age: 9 Years Old          Country: Scotland
Springbank distillery release their unpeated triple distilled expressions under the name Hazelburn. These releases are usually extremely smooth and fresh whiskies. This 9 year old single malt was initially matured for 6 years in fresh bourbon casks before being finished for 3 years in a refill Barolo wine cask (which had previously held Springbank). Launched in late 2016, with 10,800 bottles produced worldwide.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose: The dram begins with perfume and confectionary, then the essence of sugared almonds is revealed, complimented by the sweetness of sherbet
Palate: Peppery with light tannins and the sweetness is continued with dry fruits and the subtle hint of coconut shaving
Finish: Sugary, with dark chocolate guiding us throughout the pineapple custard combined with  vanilla.