This is a re-creation of a particular barrel mix that Shane Fraser put together to potentially be the First Edition. We all liked it, but it lost out to the eventual winner of that particular beauty pageant. Did we make a mistake? If you say yes, we’ll argue it has the benefit of a couple more years, but it was a close thing in 2023. Please tell us what you think.
- ABV: 46%, Bottle Strength
- Nose: Raspberry muffins, fragrant mango and hints of orange peel.
- Taste/Finish: Salted dark bitter chocolate, crystalized ginger with drops of honey. Very long finish with cherry notes.
- Age Statement: 5 Years
- Bottling: This expression will not be numbered.