Glen Scotia 45yo 1973/2019 (43.8%, OB, Refill Bourbon Casks re-racked 2011 into First Fill Bourbon Barrels, 150b): ethereal and fruity on the nose, with fragrant fruits so numerous they are hard to pick apart. The palate is on the thin side, and offers lychee and peach skins. The finish is medium-long, with rose water and juicy dragon fruit. Hopefully, one day, we spend more time with this, because it seems to be Glen Scotia's masterpiece. I would not be surprised to see it score higher when given the time it deserves. 9/10
Rosebank 26yo b.2018 (48.5%, That Boutique-y Whisky Company, 321b): this is just as fruity, yet more assertive, with pulp and nectar on top of fragrance and juice. It has white wood (birch) to accompany white peaches. The palate is fuller and thicker than the Scotia's; it combines the fruits from the nose with wooden cutting boards. A long, bold finish, with peaches, persimmon, and white plums, if such a thing exists. 9/10
With thanks to SW.
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