The single malt spent its first eight years mellowing in  American white oak bourbon casks.Then, delighted by that  whisky’s smooth, soft character, Dr Bill was inspired to  finish a select batch in Palo Cortado casks, never before  used at Glenmorangie.

Colour: Burnt Amber

Aroma: Rich, elegant and rounded.Toffee, fudge and vanilla  sweetness entwine with mossy notes and mulled wine hints.Then  come scents of honeyed ginger and milk-chocolate truffle dusted  with cinnamon. A splash of water reveals notes of orange sherbet,  carnations and Brazil nuts.

Taste: An oily yet peppery texture leads to a burst of rich, sweet  flavours.Treacle toffee and milk chocolate are threaded with  notes of clove, ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg. Meanwhile, fruity  undertones of raisins, dark plums and bitter orange find  delectable balance with baking ryebread and salted nuts.

Finish: Long and nutty, brimming with spice, leather and a touch  of aniseed.