Taster

Nose: Malty, concentrated and very toasty. Cheesecake base. Camomile flowers. Overripe apricot, with water peach syrup.

Palate: Medium bodied with a smooth texture. Sweet with flavours of cooked pear and light toffee notes.

Finish: Creamy and balanced.

Comment: Arran's coming of age - and it's doing so impressively.

Score: 8.3

Taster

Nose: Warm. Sweet scenty. A hint of salt.

Palate: Clean. Toffee. Creamy. Bananas.

Finish: Cedary. Long, soothing.

Comment: The early releases were promising, and this one has matured well.

Score: 8