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.