Lochlea Small Batch American Oak STR Cask Matured, 60%

Reserved on the nose, with time it reveals melon, vanilla, baking bread, and a light salinity. On the palate, there’s prickly spice and grape sweetness atop cinnamon roll, pumpernickel, and a burnt oak note. Despite the high proof, this is approach- able neat; water brings out a more prominent pepperiness that balances the sweeter fruit flavors excellently. (ImpEx Exclusive; Release date: 1/25)