This old Speyside distillery has earned the affectionate nickname ‘the beast of Dufftown’ for its heavyweight single malts with a distinctive savoury edge. Pour a dram of this special 15-year-old expression and you’ll be greeted by a nose of buttered pastry and stewed fruits wrapped in the mineral and umami notes that made Mortlach famous. The palate brings American oak notes of toffee, spices and vanilla custard before black pepper and warm earth. A great gift for Game of Thrones fans, naturally, but this is also just an ideal bottle for anyone that appreciates a serious dram.