Chivas Royal Salute 32 Year Old Union of the Crowns, Oak Cask, 40%

Sharp marmalade and sweet peach make the fruit side appealing, while bitter cocoa and peaty embers keep it from reading as simply sweet. It sounds full but not boisterous, and that smooth, lingering finish is a plus.

Reviewed by pocketkoi

Nose

Honey, Butterscotch, Soft vanilla fudge, Spicy ginger, Cinnamon

Palate

Sharp marmalade, Sweet peach, Bitter cocoa, Peaty embers, Earthy tang, Soft oak

Finish

Sweet syrup, Very smooth, Long