Archie Rose Marionette Orange Curaçao Cask Single Malt Whisky 50%ABV 30ml

Note from Archie Rose Website:

'The latest release in our Trials & Exceptions series sees Archie Rose Single Malt Whisky finished in a Marionette Orange Curaçao cask from Australian liqueur masters Marionette, marking the union of two local artisan distilleries with a deep respect for Australian grown ingredients. Marionette uses 100% Australian-grown fruit to create premium liqueurs bursting with fresh flavour and featuring no artificial flavouring or colouring.

Bottled at a powerful 50% ABV, the resulting whisky is reminiscent of an old fashioned cocktail by combining the rich aroma of orange zest with the depth of Archie Rose Single Malt Whisky.

Nose

Opens with an engaging and entertaining assortment of seville orange marmalade, candied orange peel, lime zest, banoffee pie and lemon merangue tart. There is layers of fruit here ranging from fresh to preserved to cooked.

Palate

The palate is rich and bold with a malt backbone that is not lost despite the intensity of fruit. The palate gives buttered and toasted pannettone, roasted chestnuts, fresh grapefruit and marshmellow.

Finish

The finish and fade is long with an evolving cascade of fruit peel, shortbread and jams.'