On the nose warm aromas of butterscotch, toffee and vanilla, with some citrus fruits. On the palate it is sweet and spicy; fresh fruits and honey combine to create a long, warming finish.

The first thing that strikes you about this whisky is its colour: it is so light, a first clue at the delicate nature of the dram. Sweet vanilla up front, with light, fresh apple and runny honey. The palate is elegant, too, even though the peatsmoke begins to intensify. More vanilla throughout is balanced by … Continued