Wow, two weekends in a row with a reported tasting. I think they call that a trend. I’m a fan of Bunna. I have a bunch in my collection. The 12 is a nice, light, phenolic sip. The 18 is excellent (all in my opinion). This sample was graciously provide by @PBMichiganWolverine Tonight, watching the Mets v Phillies and a documentary on Teddy Roosevelt (quite good, by the way). The nose has the almost unmistakable Bunna profile: rubber tires, caramel sweetness and maritime sea-spray. A light and lofty fruitiness: apples, Red raspberry jam and golden sultanas. A dusting of baking cocoa powder on pecans. The streams steady on the sweeter side, but it light and floaty. Unlike the sweet nose, the palate is prickly, hot and with a spice kick. That crescendos and intensity, but begins to settle down. Almonds and walnuts form the flavor foundation supporting the light flavors of red raspberry and sultanas, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and ginger root. Wood, ginger and baking cocoa, white pepper and charcoal finish. They holds on for a medium-long time with slight tingling on the tongue. Bunnahabhain has a knack for creating whisky that usually above average to great. This is a decent scotch but lacks a boldness, variety and balance that anchors a great whisky. This is a drinkable whisky and enjoyable. It just doesn’t have enough of any particular quality to distinguish itself or make it unique. A good, lightly sweet sipping scotch. May even pair well with a mild cigar and a Mets game (Mets won 7-2; #LGM). Thanks @PbMichiganWolverine for the sample. [86/100][Tasted: 8/19/22]