Bruichladdich The Classic Laddie

Prominent honey and floral notes with a slight vanilla in the background. Very citrusy on the palate with a sweet aftertaste.

Amazing complex flavors, smokey without being peated. All of the Islay funk that I enjoy. The 50% adds a wonderful bite. I am in love with this scotch

Trying some Bruichladdich Classic Laddie and man, those people know what they are doing! On the nose it smells a lot of honey and sweet bright notes. The mouthfeel is viscous and yummy, I get a briney almost meaty taste mixed with great sweetness turning into spicy prickling on the tongue. You wouldn't guess this is at 50% ABV. Aftertaste is long, sweet and spicy and lip smackingly good! Edit: Lowering the score a bit, the last third of the bottle was not as enjoyable.

Very strong but very sweet. Don't love the finish, it's short and a bit off tasting.

Just picked up a new bottle, always great to have on hand in the cabinet. 50% Abv, with pleasant subtle burn as it rest on the tongue and tails off. Very pleasant as neat. A few drops of water (but not too much) expands the flavor a bit. Bright with Apples, Vanilla, Citrus, and a slight brine and botanicals as you absorb the taste and smell. No smoke or peat, this is a light - medium whiskey for me. But if Caol Isla, Lagavulin, Laphroaig, aren't frequent for you, then maybe you'll pick up those hints.