Tasting Notes • Nose (undiluted): figs and raisins alongside some brown sugar, a hint of barrel char, a subtle floral note in the background • Palate (undiluted): rich and waxy, some rye spice, pepper, a little coconut, fresh cut oak • Finish: medium length, sweet toffee returns, some vanilla, the barrel char notes return, with some cloves and fresh coconut lingering alongside the slightly perfumed floral notes • With water, this whisky gets much more floral, with a lingering hint of incense on the finish. It may sound odd, but it isn't at all unpleasant. The floral notes remind me of some exotic flowers I’ve never smelled before. That may sound ridiculous to include in a tasting note, but it’s the best I can do as I am no botanist. • The bottle gets better and more interesting with time. It’s too bad this isn’t a permanent part of the Wiser’s lineup. • Rating: 89/100 points