The Summer Solstice invites us to enjoy the extremes of light and dark. Embracing and exploring the myriad contrasts of aromas and flavours is what makes whisky appreciation so exciting for many of us. Let’s celebrate the wonderful contrasts of whisky as we head into the summer months with Solstice Selections! This quartet of ex-bourbon, ex-sherry and specialty casks will challenge palates to forge new taste adventures as you journey through the worlds of light and dark this summer. Cask No. 48.112 - Here goes nothing! Date distilled: November 2011 Cask: First-fill barrel Age: 7 years Alcohol: 62.0% Region: Speyside Spey Cask No. 6.35 - Cherry cream cheese cupcakes Date distilled: August 2006 Cask: First-fill barrique, shaved/toasted/re-charred Age: 13 years Alcohol: 53.7% Region: Speyside Deveron Cask No. 115.16 - Turned into a nutty corner Date distilled: April 2008 Cask: Second-fill Pedro Ximenez hogshead Age: 11 years Alcohol: 59.5% Region: Speyside Deveron Cask No. 108.20 -Out 'n' aboutDate distilled: November 2011Cask: Second-fill barrelAge: 7 yearsAlcohol: 63.0%Region: Speyside Spey
