Glenrothes Darkness 14 Year Old, Oloroso Sherry Octave Cask, Darkness, 59.6%

I tend to look for smoke, so the listed unpeated style is less tailored to that preference. The pastry, apple and toasted-nut notes still give this a warm, appealing direction.

Reviewed by smallbatch_notebook

Nose

Baked pastries, Cooked apples, Toasted hazelnuts, Honeyed raisins

Palate

Flaky pastry, Buttery shortbread, Poached apples, Sweet spice

Finish

Soft fruits, Butter biscuits, Mellow oak, Toasted nuts