Under the expert guidance of the late Dr Jim Swan, Annandale filled this 230L ex Burgundy cask in March 2017. The yield is spectacular, rich and golden in colour. The nose shows peat but it is subtle at first and very reminiscent of tobacco smoke or smoky bacon. This is followed by a hint of coconut and sweet almond cherry Bakewell. The palate has a huge peat explosion, bringing in earthy notes with smouldering green foliage, creamy vanilla, fresh peach and a slight tickle of black pepper on the back of the palate.

The Man O' Sword range is dedicated to King Robert The Bruce - 7th Earl of Annandale, King of Scots and now the namesake of the peated expressions from Annandale Distillery.