Naked Grouse Blended Whisky (Discontinued)

Surprised my local had this in Castle Rock CO. Not made for distribution in the states but here it is. Discontinued but they’re getting another bottle in… I’m a bigger fan of the original Grouse but this is by no means bad. Perhaps a little too spicy for me

(Straight and neat no resting.) Very sweet nose, pepper and fire with a little fruit on the palatte, then sweet again on the finish with undercurrent of orange and sherry. Not super interesting? but will try it with some time and/or water before using it as a mixer. Feels quite decent for the price range.