Oban 10 year old (Diageo Special Releases 2022), 57.1%

White grape, sea salt, sliced pear, and admirable maritime aromas of rock pools and dried seaweed, with a hint of new plasticine and wood spice. Sweet and thick on the tongue, with honey, lemon and lime marmalade, pepper, and chile flakes as the wave of alcohol breaks, leaving lemon meringue pie, fruit compote, and a late return of that coastal saltiness. Best enjoyed at cask strength, so avoid the water.