Deanston 15 year old Tequila Cask Finish, 51%

Deanston’s first attempt at a tequila cask finish, this one was aged in oak hogsheads for 13 years before spending an additional 2 years in tequila casks. Fresh and fragrant on the nose, with lime, honey, vanilla, a hint of woodsmoke or barrel char, and green banana. The palate is sweet with key lime pie, fresh lime, and flavorful oak. Lots of depth and great balance. The texture is smooth and viscous. The nice long finish presents more of the same flavors. It’s a pleasant battle between crème brûlée vanilla flavor and the sweet lime of the tequila influence, with marvelous results.