Color: Pale straw.
Nose: Floral, vanilla, heather.
Flavor: Undiluted - spicy, creosote.  Diluted - sweet, floral, light salt.
Finish: Spicy, peppery, smoother with addition of water.
Short Comment: It needs water for maximum enjoyment.  A refreshing, bright whisky with a tangy bite.
Would you buy it?  Yes 4; No 6
Group score: 78

2nd Tasting: Glenrothes 1991.