Tried the early 1990s Blue and late 1990s gold versions. The blue one was more of a sherry bomb while the gold one had a better all around flavor profile. Cutty Sark Blue 25 Year (early 90s) Nose: Rum Raisins, Beef Pork Ribs, Dark Chocolate, Brown Sugar, Caramel, Dates, Morello Cherries, Blackberries Palate: Raisins, Nutella, Tobacco, Prunes, Nutmeg, Cinnamon, Licorice, Figs, Grapefruit, Violets Finish: Prunes, Violets, Raisins, Dates, Molasses, Brown Sugar, Toffee, Dark Chocolate, Lavender, Cinnamon, Chili Peppers, Figs Cutty Sark Gold 25 Year (late 90s) Nose: Raisins, Roses, Apricots, White Chocolate, Luxardo Cherries, Peated Palate: Raisins, Sultanas, Figs, Pineapples, Dates, Mocha, Apricots, Apple Pie, Cinnamon Finish: Red Apples, Raisins, Nutmeg, Cinnamon, Butterscotch, Figs, Roses, Milk Chocolate