2017 Berry Bros. & Rudd Stauning, Cask Ref. 6493, Single Malt Whisky, Denmark (58.9%)

Luscious Sherry and spicy rye create a whirlpool of aromas on the nose: notes of thick jam on sweet Icelandic-style rye bread, new leather, cigar papers, mace and rocket leaf. This is wonderfully complex and cerebral. The palate gives chewy slabs of liquorice, fruit loaf and black pepper, before moving to a sweeter profile led by figs and rich toffee. The rye really shines through on the finish, with a perfect balance of spice and savoury rye notes. This is a monster of a dram from the giants of Danish distillation.

Rob Whitehead, Spirits Buyer, Berry Bros. & Rudd