Nose

Cherry pips, blossom and maraschino liqueur make this a fragrantly fruity whisky with a touch of rye breadiness and sweet pastry.

Palate

Sweet and fruity to start, with more of that earthy maraschino liqueur, but things quickly turn very dry and spicy. Water alleviates the roughness, giving way to ginger snaps.

Finish

Dense strawberry jam and some rye spice, but as dry as sucking on a wooden spoon.

Comment

Although it’s immensely dry, I imagine this would work well in a Manhattan with those lovely cherry notes.