Auchroisk – 13 Years Old 2012 Infrequent Flyers (70cl, 56.8%)

This is a Speyside single malt from Auchroisk, distilled in 2012 and matured for 13 years. Infrequent Flyers bottled it at 56.8% ABV, in a 70cl bottle. It is described as fruity and concentrated, with malt, citrus, vanilla and soft spice. The nose is fresh, with green apple, pear and citrus, then vanilla, honey, malt and light floral notes. The palate is lively, with apple, pear, vanilla and honey, followed by lemon peel, malt, ginger and gentle spice. The finish is long and warming, with citrus, vanilla, ripe fruit and soft spice, ending on a light woody note.