Red Line 6 year old Cask Strength Single Barrel (No. 155), 56.5%

Dessert lovers, rejoice: This is made for you. The nose is redolent of Rolos, Milk Duds, cocoa powder, hot fudge, and Raisinets. These carry on to the creamy palate, where rich hot cocoa and dark chocolate-covered espresso beans are supplemented by just the right amount of heat from cinnamon spice and ginger. A lovely zip of red fruit bursts forth on the finish, which lingers on and on, making for a gift that keeps on giving.—JH