Lark Head Distiller Chris Thomson has taken the Tawny-dominated Classic Cask and finished it in a single Australian Tawny cask, selected from Seppeltsfield Winery in the Barossa Valley. The result is a familiar Tasmanian single malt that quickly develops into a Tawny explosion of raspberry and blackberry, perfectly balanced with creamy caramel and a light dusting of cinnamon.
Nose – Aromas of rich tawny and dark chocolate mingle with warm, homemade apple and blackcurrant crumble. Notes of old oak, leather-bound books and toffee follow.
Palate – Creamy vanilla custard with a touch of candied orange peel, followed by more rich toffee and oak.
Finish – The finish transitions from heavy notes of rich, dark fruit to airy remnants of oak and smoke, with a light dusting of cinnamon.