Secret Islay 34 Years Old /Secret Speyside 33 Years Old The Whisky Jury x2

Details：

Distillery: Secret lslay

Bottler: The Whisky Jury (TWJ)

Bottling serie: 5th Anniversary 

Vintage: 1989/1990

Bottled: 2024

Stated Age: 34 Years Old/33 Years Old

Casktype: Refill Bourbon/Refill Sherry

Casknumber: Lp89-2/Gf199904

Number of bottles: 248/159

Strength: 51.8%/51.2%

Size: 700ml

Tasting notes：

Secret Islay 34 Years Old ：

Nose: The nose reveals a soft, elegant peat smoke, enriched with aromas of vanilla, beeswax, and lemon zest. Tropical notes of pineapple andmango emerge, accompanied by a touch of seaweed and a hint of peppery spice.

Palate: On the palate, the whisky is silky and layered. Flavors of honey, roasted almonds, and ripe peach fill the mouth, while the subtlesmokiness remains beautifully intertwined. A gentle salinity and hints of white pepper and clove provide balance and sophistication.

Finish: The finish is long and complex, with lingering notes of peat, gentle citrus, and a touch of oak. The subtle sweetness of vanilla and a hintof minerality persist, delivering an elegant and memorable conclusion.

Secret Speyside 33 Years Old ：

Nose:  relaxed sherry, not too heavy. There are red apples, hints of cherry syrup and old leather. Then some mocha and cinnamon, along with dried herbs. Some praline. Acacia honey, as well as a light greasy touch. There’s an underlying layer of old wood – everything very well balanced.

Palate: spicy, autumnal sherry with sweet and sour notes. Hints of eucalyptus and ginger, along with sultanas, red plums and stewed peaches. Also orange peels and hints of cognac. Light waxy / resinous touches with leathery notes. Then cinnamon again, with herbal tea and a pinch of pepper.

Finish: long, on sweet spice, herbal honey, raisins and leather.