This review was posted on Barreled 2/22/18, based on a sample from Flaviar. This Speyside dram has no age statement and is bottled at an impressive 60% ABV. It’s a nice medium gold in the glass and leaves a thick oily coating that leaves long slow legs. The nose was surprisingly tame for such a powerful dram. There was very little alcohol burn. There was lots of sherry with a fruity, floral oak. Adding water brought out a darker, malty character. Some hints of chocolate and spice as well. The palate was HOT! (Duh!) This whisky definitely benefits from the addition of water. Behind the heat is a honeyed sweetness and cinnamon. Water reveals caramel and dark chocolate. It has a thick mouthfeel that lingers long after it is swallowed. The finish is long, warm, peppery oak with just a hint of smoke. This is a really nice whisky that I wouldn’t mind getting to know a little better but the $92 price tag online seems a little steep for an NAS whisky, cask strength or not. Overall I give it 4/5.