Cragganmore 25 Year Old 1988 Special Release 2014 Whisky - 70cl 51.4%

Nose: Initially cautious, with soft hints of ripe red apple more Speyside character emerges which is softer and beautifully balanced but inevitably less complex with scents of banana pan-fried in butter, with brown sugar, and more pronounced hints of leather.

Palate: Dry overall after a sweet start, with flavours to match the complexity of the nose, and a pleasant texture and taste. It’s immediate and cooling, then smooth, with salty, savoury elements right at the outset.

Finish: Medium in length with elegant, silky and unctuous tannins, so not over-drying, and suggestions of fruit, nuts, savoury meats and scented cellar wood.