Elmer T. Lee 90th Birthday Edition, Bourbon Cask, 2009, 45%

Sweet corn, vanilla and butterscotch give this a warmly rounded direction, while oak, pepper and dark chocolate add welcome edges. Nicely balanced, without getting fussy.

Reviewed by HazelnutRover

Nose

Sweet corn, Vanilla bean, Dried apricot, Subtle oak, Nutmeg, Faint cinnamon, Old leather, Tobacco

Palate

Butterscotch, Soft caramel, Toasted oak, Stone fruit, Dried cherry, Peach, Toasted almonds

Finish

Soft oak, Mild peppery spice, Dark chocolate, Lingering vanilla