Glennfiddich 15 Tasting Methodology: Neat in a Canadian Glencarin glass. Rested 10 minutes. Nose: yellow apple, ripe pear. Subtle sherry tone (this is not a sherry bomb) Mouthfeel: bitter but not astringent. No tannin (very mellowed out) Palate: bitter wormwood, leather, wisp of smoke Finish: a tinge of bitterness. Otherwise none it is very smooth Rating: 8/10 - it’s nice but I prefer a whiskey with more expressive character (Laphroaig). Price paid: $80 Value rating: 10/10 the equivalent cognac cost $200+ Overall Notes: bitter, mellowed fruity notes. It is very smooth but I prefer something with more character. This would be an excellent gift to introduce whisky a cognac lover - this has all the characteristics of higher end XO cognac. This is the whisky version of a $300 cognac . Would I get again? It’s interesting and I would definitely keep this style on hand. Edit: this is a wonderful neat sipper. For only $80.