Taster

Nose: Delicate malt-wood style, highly concentrated form. Butterscotch, apples, vanilla.

Palate: Big with immediate dry oakiness that is softened only by the flowering of the malt.

Finish: Bourbony notes towards finish, which remains dry and delicately spiced.

Comment: A belter beside last embers of a log fire.

Score: 8

Taster

Nose: Cinnamon. Spiciness. Sea air.

Palate: Smooth, sweet, slightly syrupy. Walnuts.

Finish: Appetisingly spicy. Some salt.

Comment: If you like the classic flavours of the 10 Years Old but find it a bit light, this range-filler is for you.

Score: 8