Taster

Nose: Behind fruitiness is a curious earthy and mechanical character, exhaust fumes and rusty cans, and maybe even a little tarriness.

Palate: Some stewed fruit and some oaky, cinnamon spice suggesting age.

Finish: Drying, tingling oak leaving a lasting bitterness.

Comment: A strange cask, which has produced an unusual malt whisky. Could be to some people's tastes but not mine.

Score: 6.8

Taster

Nose: Estery. Acetone then almond, lemon verbena, green tea, lime blossom moving to cut grass. Sharp and firm.

Palate: Better than the nose. Fragrant though with surprising depth. Direct and sweet. Good grip and decent balance.

Finish: A little bitter.

Comment: Of interest, but not great.

Score: 7.3