Thalassa Whiskey – Benrinnes 9 Years – Born in Speyside, Raised at Sea

Ripe raisins, figs, and date paste, followed by toffee and fudge. Below that, red fruit (cherries, blackberries), a touch of orange peel, and a hint of sea breeze with a light, salty wood.

Oily and powerful thanks to the cask strength. Syrupy PX sherry (raisin syrup, plum compote), milk chocolate, stroopwafel, and burnt sugar. Then, spiciness of oak, cinnamon, and nutmeg, with a slight salty edge reminiscent of life on board.

Long, warming and slightly drying: dark chocolate, espresso, dried fruit and a hint of sea salt caramel linger beautifully