The Cardrona Just Hatched, 64.4%

This 3 year old expression has an attractive nose. It's like eating fruit salad in a flower shop: lavender, melon rind, vanilla, beeswax polish, green banana, and cardamom, though the alcohol is noticeably high. It has a weighty mouthfeel with sweet honey, nuts, and a fruity, tangy intensity as the alcohol peaks, winding down with vanilla fudge, candied orange, cantaloupe, and ginger. Given its age, there's plenty of potential here. 375 ml (792 bottles)