Mackmyra SVENSK EK - PRE 2023 EDITION 46,1% Vol. 0,7l in Giftbox

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<p>The flagship Swedish whisky created using 100% Swedish ingredients.&nbsp;Casks coopered from Swedish oak create a more firm and spicy flavour. Svensk Ek is matured in Swedish oak casks giving the whisky a spicy character giving notes of sandalwood, dried ginger, black pepper, roasted oak barrel and herbs to our whisky.&nbsp;</p><p>We are constantly developing our ancient craft to make it even better. One example of our many innovations is to age a great deal of our whisky in smaller barrels thereby extracting more flavour.</p><p><strong>It’s quite a character&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Never before had one matured whisky in virgin Swedish Oak casks. The result was a whisky full of flavour, yet subtle.</p><p>The cell structure and shape of lactones in Swedish oak differs compared to American oak and is the reason behind its unique character.</p><p><strong>TASTING NOTES:</strong></p><p><strong>Nose:</strong>&nbsp;Fruity with citrus, pear, apple and honey. A light oakiness with sweet, lightly toasted bread notes and fresh butter toffee.</p><p><strong>Taste:&nbsp;</strong>Svensk Ek has a spicy character giving notes of sandalwood, dried ginger, black pepper, roasted oak barrel and herbs to our whisky. Fruity and smooth with citrus, caramel and honey. A light oakiness can be discerned at the end.</p><p><strong>Aftertaste:&nbsp;</strong>The aftertaste is tuned and balanced with hints of dark chocolate.</p><p><strong>CASKS:</strong></p><p>•&nbsp;<strong>68%</strong>&nbsp;200L Ex-Bourbon casks elegant</p><p><br>•&nbsp;<strong>12%</strong>&nbsp;128L New Oloroso casks elegant</p><p><br>•&nbsp;<strong>10%</strong>&nbsp;100L New Swedish oak casks elegant</p><p><br>•&nbsp;<strong>10%</strong>&nbsp;128L New American oak casks elegant</p>