Oct 2017 Apple scent is most noticeable for me, particularly after a minute or two in the glass. Taste is spicy but far too sweet. This doesn't compare well to the Balvenie Doublewood 12, which i very much liked. Taken after a curry and 3 earlier drams. Felt that my taste buds were a bit numbed by the time I tasted it. Probably need another go, but on this showing I could only award 2.5 to 3 stars. Dec 2017 A second leisurely tasting while watching United vs Leicester has seen this rise slightly in my opinion. Added a bit more water than previously and nursed it for longer which may have helped. Still a bit too sweet for my taste, but deserving of a 3 star rating.