Clonakilty x Garrison Brothers 7 year old, 58.8%

On the nose, this meld of gentle Irish single malt aged in Texas’ baking heat is bright, ripe, and fruity, with apples dipped in honey, raisins, and sweet granola. The palate is honeyed with soda bread, cider doughnuts, and the sweet spice of sarsaparilla. Water tames the heat and draws out cherry cordials, oak, and toasted vanilla beans. The finish is luxurious, drawing on the whiskey’s grainy sweetness and vanilla while it slowly fades away.