After 26 years of aging, this exceptional Girvan from 1997 is ready to be savored! And savored she shall be. Initially aged in a refill hogshead before being transferred into an Amontillado hoggie for 21 months. It boasts a brilliant nose with hints of honey, mandarin, and a subtle whiff of (the typical grain) glue. Caramel. The palate offers a punchy combination of cumin and blood oranges, with light spices adding depth. Menthol. Maybe some Jaffa cakes in the mix again? Fresh dough. The finish is long and satisfying, with notes of Szechuan pepper and a lingering sweetness. In a whiskey world where such expressions are increasingly rare, this Girvan stands out as a true gem. Another brilliantly aged grain that deserves to be in the spotlight.