Glenmorangie Milsean is the seventh release from their very popular Private Edition range (following on from last year's Tùsail). This time, Dr Bill Lumsden and his team have taken inspiration from sweetshops and all their wondrous confectioneries to create this limited edition expression, using whisky which was initially matured in ex-bourbon casks and then matured further in flamed-toasted casks which previously held Portuguese wine. The name Milsean comes from the Scots Gaelic for 'Sweet Things', so if you've got a bit of a sweet tooth, this'll be the whisky for you!
Tating note~ Nose: Seaside fudge, coconut ice, blueberries and candied peels. Develops more 'fresh fruit' than 'candied fruit' with a drop of water. Palate: Cinnamon spice begins to develop, alongside yellow plum, melon and more coconut. Subtly oak-y, but the focus here is on the fruity sweetness, which hints more towards orange segments as it goes on. Finish: An intriguing balance of sweetness and spice (think strawberry laces and ginger snaps) finish it off. Overall: They aimed to evoke sweetshops and they've hit the nail on the head!