Mortlach – 18 Year Old 2008/2026 PX Sherry Cask (Murray McDavid) (70cl, 54.3%)

This Mortlach is an 18 year old Speyside single malt from Murray McDavid's Mission Gold series, distilled in 2008 and bottled in 2026 at 54.3% in a 70cl bottle. It matured first in an ex-bourbon hogshead, then spent its last four years in a Pedro Ximénez barrique from Bodegas Ximénez-Spínola. It is non-chill-filtered and has no added colouring. The release comprises 244 bottles. The nose combines baked apple and dried apricots with a waxy note. The palate is dense and malty, with soft toffee and peach. In the finish come brioche and syrup waffles, alongside a buttery spiciness.