Scallywag Small Batch Blended Malt (70cl, 46%)

A Speyside blended malt from Douglas Laing, made only from single malts of the region, including Mortlach, Macallan and Glenrothes. It is matured in sherry butts and bourbon hogsheads, and the sherry casks have the greater influence on its natural dark colour and its fruity, spicy character. Scallywag has been part of the Remarkable Regional Malts series since 2013 and is put together in small batches. The Laing family's fox terriers inspired its design. It is bottled at 46% without chill-filtering or added colouring. Spice and vanilla on the nose lead to stewed fruit and dark chocolate on the palate, with nutmeg and cinnamon. The finish brings lively orange, fresh ginger, cocoa and rich fruitcake.