Murray McDavid Linkwood Madeira cask (44.5%)

A non-age-statement single malt from the Speyside distillery Linkwood, independently bottled by Murray McDavid as part of the Cask Craft series. Matured initially in traditional whisky casks, it then received a finishing in ex‑Madeira wine barriques, bottled natural-colour, lightly chill-filtered, at 44.5% ABV

Tasting Notes:
Nose: Dried and tropical fruit (peaches, raspberries), leather, caramel pudding, toasted almond, vanilla ice cream, and a fresh mint hint
Palate: Medium-full body with syrupy tropical and dried fruits (apple, honey, peanut brittle), gentle spice (clove), milk chocolate, and lemon/citrus notes .
Finish: A medium to long, unctuous finish with lingering sweet oak spice, peppery warmth, a touch of mint, milk chocolate, and toasted nuts .