Taster

Nose: Odd, slightly sweaty start then berries, banana, green grapes. Vanilla to the fore but seems fragile.

Palate: Starts spicy(cinnamon and allspice) with a slight soapiness, but gets sweeter and juicier as it progresses. Lightly perfumed.

Finish: Gentle light, floral.

Comment: Couldn't be more different from the other Highland Park. That's casks for you!

Score: 7.5

Taster

Nose: At first, a distinctive fudgy note, closer to tablets. Then becomes malty with a grassy note. Wet hay.

Palate: Sweeter than expected. A smooth but vivid texture. More fruit than on the nose. Cooked plums in a gingery syrup.

Finish: Dry, warm and spicy. Slightly sherbety.

Comment: A lively character, delivering more than the first nose lets you expect. The alcohol is perfectly mastered.

Score: 7.8