Taster

Nose: Quite a musty, earthy nose. A wonderful old dunnage warehouse springs to mind. Inhale deeply!

Palate: Lots of full-on chilli heat at first, then dried fruits, oak spice, cracked black pepper and some gentle smoke in the background.

Finish: The finish is long and quite spicy.

Comment: Something of a hot firecracker of a whisky. Interestingly, the addition of water ramps up the smokiness on both the nose and palate

Score: 7.9

Taster

Nose: Ginger and malt, sultanas and dates.

Palate: Sweet and rich; tinned apricots, creamy spices.

Finish: Long and spicy, with citric undertones.

Comment: A very good whisky for those with a sweet tooth.

Score: 8.5