293 A fish in bandages delivers a veritable Shangri-La of maritime cuisine
Matured for 11 years in a bourbon hogshead before being transferred to a first fill sauternes barrique
however our landing was cushioned by pillows of figs and prunes encased in a pleated sheet of crystalised orange
with a long-lasting finish of Victory V’s
Cask No. 19.61 Armagnac 293 A fish in bandagesA big, bold, no nonsense highland style malt; this much was immediately apparent from the nose. Notes of hobnobs and digestive biscuits, then caramelised oatmeal, scones loaded with clotted cream, honeysuckle, melon and allspice. Water softened things slightly and brought intricate notes such as elderflower, sour apples, fruit roll ups, red laces and rich custard. The neat palate opened with creamy chai tea, cinnamon buns, golden syrup, custard