Nose: quite fresh, very fruity. Apple, certainly some pear. Almost like a very young malt whisky. The oak is extremely light but shows up in the vanilla flavour which melds nicely with the fruit. …

Nose: Direct from the bottle, I would swear this is bourbon. In the glass it is much more subtle. A small splash of water brings out delicate fruit notes, along with vanilla. Very fresh-smelling,…

Nose: Mmm, sweet, fruity with juicy grape, some citrus peel, backed by a smooth, oaky character. Very nice.Taste: medium-bodied, quite oaky with the sweetness leading into heavier spices. The char…

Nose: sharp and hot at first. Once the alcohol dissipates, I get notes of smoked meat, burning leaves, sweet honey, fruity impressions of grapes and apples...complex stuff to be sure, though not exactly…

Nose: quite a lot of alcohol. Then vanilla bean and chocolate liqueur. Light and exceedingly sweet, almost artificially so. Taste: surprisingly, not super-sweet, actually rather dry. Light-bodied,…

Nose: sweet, fruity, with the warm suggestion of freshly-baked desserts. Also fresh-cut wood and slight woodsmoke. Floral notes deeper in the glass. Enticing. Taste: full-flavoured yet with a smooth…

This new version of Pike Creek is still aged 10 years, but has been finished in rum barrels and the ABV increased to 42%Nose: a bit hot at first. Then the typical Canadian wet stone and caramel aromas…

This new version of Arran's entry-level malt has been beefed up to 43% and the extra weight seems to have helped. On the nose it is fresh, green, and malty. Banana skins, fresh-cut wood, touch of…

This travel-exclusive bottling of Glenfiddich is matured for an unspecified period in a selection of Spanish sherry casks. In the glass it displays pleasing amber hues. The aroma is very soft. Some…

Nose: a delicate perfume of vanilla and lemon essence at first, followed by brine and smoke notes. Impressive balance and lightness. Taste: medium-bodied, with the initial sweetness soon met by a…