Shortbarrel Double Oaked Series, Toasted Oak Cask, SB-4, 58.8%

The Toasted Oak Cask detail suits the clear oak thread, which carries from the nose into a palate of brown sugar, vanilla, and dry tannin. I like that the cocoa and baking spice add contrast rather than pushing the notes toward sweetness alone. The finish is described as long and warming, with charred oak and dry cocoa keeping that sweeter toffee note in check. A focused, cask-led character, though the dry tannin may not appeal to everyone.

Reviewed by sunbeam_atlas

Nose

Toasted oak, caramelized sugar, vanilla bean, baking spice, cocoa powder, and hints of charred wood.

Palate

Toasted oak, brown sugar, vanilla, baking spice, dark caramel, and subtle dry tannin.

Finish

Long and warming, with charred oak, baking spice, toffee, vanilla, and dry cocoa.