A wonderful mid-point balancing flavoursome fruit and malt with the influence of the oak. Stewed cider apples and freshly-cut pear skins, vanilla cheesecake, balsa wood; wholemeal toast with melted butter providing the light oils that coat the palate. A lovely orangey tang goes with the barley sugar, as does sponge cake with icing sugar and raspberry jam. The wood lends it a gentle dryness as it hangs in the background, providing sophistication and a beautiful balance to the sweeter elements. One of the best single malts available in its price range, for those who appreciate a 鈥檊entle dram鈥?