John Barr Scotch Reserve

Very slight peat (more fungal than smoky), over a mildly sweet vanilla malt. Faint rock candy and a touch of caramel. Not obviously grainy.

Mildly syrupy body. Sweet and malt-forward, with loads of baked goods (scones), caramel, and a hint of black pepper. On the tongue the grain elements are revealed, with a twinge of young grain that comes across as glue (rubber cement).