Willett Family Estate 'Shinanoya' Private Barrel Selection 8 Year Old, White Oak Cask, Cask #2138, 61.2%

The rich pastry, brown sugar and oak lean firmly sweet, while orange peel and mint bring a clearer, fresher edge. That contrast makes the notes feel more defined than a straightforward dessert-heavy bourbon.

Reviewed by softshoe owl

Nose

Sweet pastry, Candied almonds, Maple, Raspberry skins

Palate

Plush and fluffy mouthfeel, Heavy oak, Orange peel, Caramel corn

Finish

Medium length, Oak tannins, Fading baking spice, Mint