Aberlour A'bunadh

kinda like being punched in the face but you like it

Given the strength (60% ABV) you really need to add some water both to soften the bite and expand the taste profile. Very strong wood notes, spicy even with water, and a bit of sweetness (probably from the sherry casks) at the end. I don't pick up a lot of the fruit in the expert taste profile nor much vanilla.

Very rich and sweet and lovely. A little one note, though.