Teerenpeli 14 YO

Teerenpeli 14 YO, 54.9 %

https://teerenpelidistillery.com/whiskies/aged-14-years-single-malt/

This is the oldest Finnish single malt released so far. The Teerenpeli 14 YO was matured in a combination of ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks.

“Teerenpeli Aged 14 Years is a part of Teerenpeli Distillery’s 20th anniversary releases. This limited edition is released in January 2023 with only 970 bottles.”

Nose: Imagine taking a deep breath in a tropical paradise. You’ve got those lush vanilla and tropical fruit vibes right off the bat. As you settle in, there's a burst of ripe apple and pear. Let it hang for a bit, and out come the deeper, richer tones – think melt-in-your-mouth fudge and the sweetness of floral honey.

Taste: Dive in, and it's a mouthful of flavors. Big-time sweetness paired with a fruit basket – from dried fruits to those mouth-watering tropical ones. Drizzle in some honey, and kick it up with a hint of white pepper.

Finish: This one's a lingerer. Think of brown sugar melting into herbal honey. As the end approaches, there's a spice fiesta with black and white pepper, nutmeg, and cinnamon, all mellowing out to a drier touch.

Comment: A pure treat! It’s like a tropical vacay in a glass.

Score 88/100

This is Nordic whisky review #365 here on Whisky Saga. See them all here.

Sláinte!
-Thomas