The Glenrothes Scotch Single Malt 2004 2004

The American oak Sherry casks imparted a sweetness and nuttiness that makes for a brighter and lightly sweeter scotch that is lovely -- it offers a chance for other elements of the whisky to come through without being weighed down or overshadowed with peat or any heaviness. For single malt lovers as well as drinkers who may typically veer away from scotch that's too smokey, it offers something interesting and easy to sip.

Nose: Mango ice cream, with honeyed citrus peel, berry jam and boozy Christmas cake.

Palate: Creamy and silky, with more tropical fruit alongside citrus curd, oaky, earthy vanilla pod and a savoury herbaceous note.

Finish: Baking spice and dusty cocoa, with smoked nuts.