This is a limited-edition Speyside single malt Scotch whisky released in 2020 as part of the annual Diageo Special Releases collection. It showcases the rich, powerful house style of Mortlach, often nicknamed “The Beast of Dufftown” for its intense and savory character. General profile Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky Region: Speyside, Scotland Age: 21 years Bottling year: 2020 ABV: 56.9% (cask strength) Cask type: Finished in Oloroso and Pedro Ximénez seasoned casks Edition size: ~7,692 bottles worldwide Style: Rich, sherried, spicy Speyside malt with savory depth The PX and Oloroso casks add dark fruit sweetness and spice, complementing Mortlach’s naturally dense and meaty spirit. Tasting notes Nose Dried fruits: raisins, figs, and prunes Orange and lime zest Buttery pastry and toasted nuts Subtle savory / meaty notes characteristic of Mortlach Oak spice and hints of dark chocolate Palate Full-bodied and powerful texture Dark fruit compote and raisin sweetness Ginger, clove, and black pepper spice Roasted nuts and cocoa Slightly savory, umami character balancing the sweetness Finish Long, warming finish Spicy oak and dark chocolate Lingering dried fruits and sherried sweetness A faint savory, almost broth-like depth typical of Mortlach Style characteristics This release highlights several traits typical of Mortlach: Dense, robust spirit due to its unusual 2.81 distillation process Strong sherry cask influence Distinct savory / umami undertones Complex layering of fruit, spice, and oak Compared with many Speyside whiskies, it is heavier, darker, and more structured.