Deanston Virgin Oak

Creamy vanilla, sweet, with a little citrus and hint of smoke.

I’m pretty new to the whiskey scene, so don’t take my word for it… This is definitely one of the best whiskeys I ever tasted for my inexperienced tongue. Nose: Soothing vanilla Palette: Like honey on the tongue. Kicking sweetness, yet not too intense. Round and creamy. Finish: I was left with a mild aftertaste of oak on my tongue. Smokey breath exiting through my nose. Finish was quite brief, though, which I enjoyed. It was definitely a great sensation, worth the while.

Rare to see a higher than 40 abv single malt at this price, especially when it is stated to be aged in bourbon casks. Had to try. Nose is very pleasant with fruity and slightly buttery hints, similar to the Glenlivet profile. The problem lies with its pallate. First second of it do have that high quality glen notes, but was quickly overwhelmed by peculiar bitter swirls and whole lot of other unpleasant impurities. Finish was very short too.

Not too bad for a NAS Deanston. Vanilla, buttercream, barley, white pepper. Nice long toasty finish. Good easy drinking on vacation.

Highland tasting..46.3% no filter no coloring. Won gold. First time drinking