Taster

Nose: Toothpaste/spearmint, macadamia nut but with slightly harsh alcohol behind. Water brings out a waxy note.

Palate: Sweet, with a lovely peach jam quality which impresses after a let-down of a nose.

Finish: Gentle smooth hint of smoke.

Comment: Decent enough, and the palate is lovely, but somehow you expect more after 24 years in the cask.

Score: 7.5

Taster

Nose: Orange, mixed peel, dried papaya and ginger. Subtle swirling smoke and some sweet medicinal character, like Pink Dettol. Some malty, nutty cereal character.

Palate: Lime starbursts, marmalade and fruit syrup. A great malty body.

Finish: Sweet, oaky and a little smoky.

Comment: A great body wearing flattering clothes, the oak showing off the spirit's considerable curves in a classy way.

Score: 8.8