Stop number 32 on the SDT is Glencadam. This Highland distillery was established in 1825 (hence the name Origins 1825), one year after it became legal to distill spirits in the Highlands of Scotland. This NAS single malt was matured in ex bourbon barrels and finished in Oloroso sherry butts. Bottled at 40% ABV and most likely is chill filtered. It does appear to be a natural golden color, but it could also just be a good job of blending in that caramel colorant. Either way it's not stated anywhere. Fun fact: the line arms on the pot stills at Glencadam are pitched at an upward angle of 15 degrees, unlike the vast majority of stills that are at a downward angle. This forces more reflux in the stills and produces are lighter and more delicate spirit. The nose arrives with bright and warm citrus/orchard and tropical fruits. Oranges, apricots, nectarines, pears and lemon peel. A little mango and white grape juice in there as well. Lots of vanilla, some honey and a touch of salt. The style is very similar to Oban. Brief hints of new leather and cardboard. The sherry finishing becomes apparent with dates and raisins and a little brown sugar. Very light oak and then more vanilla and orchard fruits. I detected some licorice root in the background that added another layer of complexity. The palate pretty much mimics the nose. Citrus/orchard fruits, vanilla cream and a little toffee. Very mild peppery oak. Again, similar to Oban but without the salty seashore notes. No real pronounced sherry notes here. Light to medium bodied, a little oily and dry. The finish is short. Dry with some sweet fruits and a little spice. I think this is an example of a NAS done well. Well, but not exceptional. I think the sherry finishing really did more to mellow out the bourbon influence than it did to add much in the way of complexity, unfortunately. I do think this would have really benefited from an additional 3% ABV. This would be best enjoyed in late spring/early summer. A better finish would have really helped, but it's still a great value for money at $45. Thanks to Pranay for the sample. 3.75 Cheers