85 / 100
Juveniles has a lively, fruit-led character, with green apple, pear and citrus on the nose giving way to a sweeter, creamy palate of honey, vanilla and pineapple. That shift is appealing without making the whisky sound one-dimensional. The finish brings a firmer edge: dry tannic oak and grass sit alongside the fruit and subtle spice. That drier close may not suit everyone, but it gives the sweetness some balance. As a blended malt, it sounds approachable while still offering a bit of contrast.
Reviewed by maple_atlas
- Nose
- Honey, green apples, pears, citrus, mint, almond, and a grassy, herbaceous background.
- Palate
- Sweet and creamy, with vanilla, honey, pineapple, orchard fruits, ginger, and a touch of spice.
- Finish
- Dry, with tannic oak, grass, subtle spice, green apple, almonds, and lingering fruit.