Taster

Nose: Over-aged, sappy and astringent oak redeemed by bourbony sweetness and by an undertone of amazingly fresh barley.

Palate: Excellent, oily maltiness at first. The middle is an oaky mess.

Finish: Dries too harshly. Long, tapering finish saved by late and enjoyable complexity.

Comment: Struggles to find a rhythm. Lowlanders weren't built to last to this age. Nevertheless, it has its delightful moments. Best at full strength and at about 46%.

Score: 6

Taster

Nose: Grassy, earthy, allspice.

Palate: Grassy, herbal, dry.

Finish: Herbal, dry. Late rooty bitterness.

Comment: On the dry side for this whisky.

Score: 8