Decadent Drams - The Marketing Malt 20 Year Old 2005 100 Proof

This Sherry Bomb is released by the independent bottler Decadent Drinks. The name "The Marketing Malt" is a playful nod to a certain Scotch distillery renowned for its legendary marketing prowess—a name most enthusiasts will have no trouble guessing. While the cheeky title pokes fun at the distillery's corporate side, the irony lies in the fact that this high-quality whisky actually was distilled from that very same distillery. Matured for over 20 years in two first-fill European oak Sherry butts and bottled at 57.1% (100 Proof), it delivers a powerful profile true to the distillery's iconic character. Fans of "that particular distillery" certainly shouldn't miss this one.

On the nose, it offers distinct Oloroso acidity, accompanied by notes of brown sugar, luscious fruitiness, and a nutty undertone. The palate features an immediate explosion of fruit sweetness—incredibly juicy—followed by the classic notes of a heavy-sherried whisky: leather, toasted wood, and a refreshing herbal touch. Despite the high ABV, the mouthfeel remains oily and full-bodied, without any lingering bitterness from the wood. The finish is long, leaving the palate draped in rich sherry fruitiness.