Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
Tasting Notes
Indulge in a decadent whisky experience with Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023. This masterfully crafted dram captivates the senses with its alluring aroma, reminiscent of a luxurious truffle accompanied by the richness of hot chocolate powder. The nose invites you to savor notes of cinnamon buns, salted caramel sauce, and syrupy black fruits, subtly enhanced by a touch of earthy red chilli. On the palate, it unveils a velvety texture, neither cloying nor excessively sweet, embracing you with a generous dusting of cacao powder and a nutty essence akin to Nutella. Delightfully complex, it unfolds flavors of orange oil, burnt brown sugar, prune, raspberry, and vanilla. As the dram lingers, the finish enchants with baking spices, creamy nuttiness, toasted oak, and a final caress of chocolate ice cream adorned with a pinch of sea salt. Crafted by Douglas Laing, this whisky is a true celebration of the art of blending, showcasing the harmonious fusion of Speyside single malt Scotch whiskies aged in Pedro Ximénez and oloroso sherry casks.