LBD Spirits Scottish Spirit 2017

Invergordon spirit but with a bit of a story attatched to it. Legally this is not whisky so lets justy keep it simple and call it ” Scottish Spirit”. A very interesting bottling from the guys at LBD, one which demonstrates the approach and nature behind what they do as a company. We are glad they bottled this.

From LBD Spirits
“Label – Well this requires a little explanation first. To everyone except SDVS and the SWA this is a Scottish Bourbon. It was distilled at Invergordon by and American Bourbon maker who was instructed to “Do everything the same as you would do in America” which they duly did.
Unfortunately, from a spirit classification point of view this means we are unable to call this a bourbon or even as single grain Scotch whisky. Why? Because they pitched enzymes during fermentation. This increases yield but is not permitted under Scotch whisky legislation so we’ve
called this a high rye Scottish spirit drink, high rye because of the mash bill but this would have nee a bourbon and not a rye whisky. We hint at this with an incredibly subtle background image of bourbon biscuits….”

Tasting notes.
Colour.
Mid century furniture.

Nose.
Kirchwasser,pumpkin spice, pencil case.

Palate.
Pancakes and maple syrup, candied violet petals, Soreen malt loaf.

Finish.
Spearmint, rosemary, nutmeg.

ABV 58.8%