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Let's re-review the winner of the Online Scotch Whisky Awards (OSWAs) in the category 'best entry-level bottling'. The nose of Arran 10 features a lovely tropical fruit complexity, think pineapple, mango and lemon cream. Hints of milk chocolate, cereals and butterscotch gain momentum. On the palate, the rich and juicy mouthfeel is flanked by sour berries, peaches and wood spices. Lime juice, apricot jam and pepper round off the taste, while the finish lingers with honey, ginger and a touch of cider. No wonder this malt is so popular, it's a modern classic! RATING: 3.9/5.0 stars ≙ 86 pts → FIRST-CLASS [-]

A sample from the distillery, so most likely a mid 2025 bottle. A great and affordable summer dram.

At an evening in our whisky club dedicated to this distillery, we tried this whisky, with the code L 15 04 24. Young, a little prickly in taste, but overall quite a decent basic whisky for drinking, I haven't expected anything special from this release for a long time, so everything is ok, - 20 21 20+ 20 82

Ahhh Arran, never bad, but quite hard to recognize blindly...

Nose 21, taste 22, finish 21, balance 21

Light golden colour. Light oiliness.

https://whiskylovingpianist.wordpress.com/2026/02/09/bottle-polishing-three-core-classics/ Now in its 32nd year of production [if my calculations are correct], Lochranza distillery and its core range 10 has been an enthusiast’s staple for a while now. I planned to keep a few samples back, as I do for the majority of bottles I buy and open – especially those I’m likely to replace so that I may compare & contrast core expressions through the years. In this particular case, the bottle disappeared with such speed that I failed to even take a photo. N: At times, I could think there’s some corn whisky in the mix, not that ex-bourbon casks dominate. Indeed, nothing is off or out of place. Reminding me of Balvenie’s Double Wood of old, this is a citrusy, aromatically peppered, malty, fruity [many apples] cereal-led number, only becoming more so as the months rolled by. Add to that, floral touches, a vegetal quality – say lettuce and artichoke hearts – and a hessian attribute. All in all, a good read. T: Boy, that abv delivers. With such an intensely cereal-wrapped fruity citrusy burst on arrival, it’s hard to take it all in at first. If no corn whisky, I would suggest that it’s more towards Cornflakes, though I find it far closer to Kellogg’s Start – a [blast from the past] cereal with its own Wikipedia page. Intense opening, yes, but one that soon finds its feet. Malty again, oily and waxy, ever savoury and cereal-oily-dry lemon-sour with a modest slick bitter-charred licourice – pretty much Arran all over. F: Arran’s spirit shows, with a considered pepper-seasoned cereal-bound textured maltiness and a desirable touch of sour citrus and straw dryness – very much in keeping with the main theme. I hear Ralfy too, on his thoughts that Arran has ventured into the feints, not for profit, but for flavour. Finding much of the action at the back of the palate, adding water allows for a wider delivery across the tongue. Remaining cereal-faithful, citrusy, the [orchard > confectionery] fruitiness is lowkey due to the decidedly savoury & [Dalwhinnie-esque] sour nature with a considered oiliness via a commendably controlled astringency. C: A bottle I’ll be replacing without question. At 30 euros, it remains one of the very best entry-level malts around, fully deserving of its continuing OSWA accolades.

There's simply nothing to fault here.

In a new design. Here you get quite a lot for a 10 year old whisky. Arran 10 Year Old is the distillery's standard bottling, having been bottled for the first time in 2006.

Aroma：Moderate；Palate：84/100; Aftertaste：Color: Golden yellow

Nice, robust but fresh malt. Fine standard with great PLV.

herbaceous, sweet, honeyed, on sour apples, malt, fresh and crushed almonds. a little cool glue too and dry wood. the mouth on the fresh fruits, on the butter, the vanilla, the malt, it is soft, silky and round at the same time, but very pleasant in mouth. simple finish on the same aromas, a few stones, malt, acidulous and juicy fruits.

N20 P21 F20 B21

Nice dram and for it's price a good buy to my opinion. I think the nose is best, taste and finish ok.

Honey and buttered toast, brown sugar, peanut butter. White fruits and lemon, banana, and even a touch of pineapple and papaya. Behind, a pinch of salt, the sea air, the tide. Woody notes, young wood full of sap. On the palate, it's a little light but pleasant, a trickle of creamy vanilla with a zest of lemon meringue, yellow plum pulp, lively spices, white pepper, cumin. Robust but a little short finish, roasted pineapple, bamboo and palm trees, hazelnuts. A slice of lime, rose water. It's pretty well done, and the influence of the Sherry Hogsheads brings something extra, fruitiness and some nuts. https://ilikesky2020.blogspot.com/2024/12/arran-10-yo.html

Initially modest in flavor, suddenly makes a left kick in flavor and dodges my counter punch in the aftertaste. Diverse whisky, but I was very impressed with the taste, I did not expect such composure, richness and sherry at all. 21 22 20 21

For the money a real winner!

The distillery writes The Classic Arran on the label. A whisky that is constantly hyped and that sweeps the OSWAs. In 2021 it was voted the best single malt Scotch whisky there, but since the start of these awards in 2021 it has also led the first category, which was initially called best entry level and has been best value single malt since 2023. There is already a review here - but I wanted to try it again. Classic is a fitting description, because it is actually a simple whisky with no frills. And at the Lochranza Distillery that means above all: uncolored and not chill-filtered. The maturation probably took place in ex-bourbon casks, but the strong golden color also shows that these still had enough power to give something to the whisky. glen-efze.de

Nice whisky. He crossed the 80-point line with confidence. Did you like it? Will it be remembered? No.

It's been a long time I've tried Arran 10yo. The last time was the old label 100 proof (or cask strength?) one, and I think this one's an improvement.

A very solid entry level malt, probably one of the best 10-year-old bottling in the market.

S 7 Have all the essential elements to be a good bourbon forward fruity whisky. It’s just lacking the age to tame the ethanol a bit more. [78-82] I'll gladly welcome another dram. N 25 A handful of citrusy. juicy fruit (red apple, pear). A touch spirity on the nose, quite young. Gradually the botanical malt surfaces. Also, sandalwood. A whiff of sea breeze. P 25 Full-bodied. A lot of Vanilla & honey, very bourbon-caskish. Fairly sweet. Some citrusy (lemon peel). Malty alongside the barley sugar. Warm spices (crushed peppercorn, cinnamon, nutmeg) F 23 Mid finish. Cereal & malty. Juicy fruit again. Mild spices & honey lingeirng.

For this price really good whisky, probably fits in the best buy bracket but expected little bit more due to hype about it. However it shows it's best after bottle is opened for month or two.

in aroma on the fruity side. First herbs in taste, then more fruit. A simple, fruity whisky that delivers very well at the price. It's a nice summer whisky. [85 - 81 = delicious --- get a second bottle if price is within the range]

Might work better as a highball A decent starter whisky, but honestly, I’d rather spend a bit more on one of the more popular entry-level bottles.

Coconut, apple jelly, pomelo, grapefruit, subtle yoghurt, floral. The coconut note makes the malt special. Well-made entry level Arran!

Guava, pineapple, slightly unripe mango, oranges, vanilla, toffee, cashew nuts, walnuts, dried fruits, herbs, honey, sponge cake. A very subtle hint of something burnt, like a slightly overdone toasted bread. Nice mouthfeel. Delicious, complex, and superb value at under £40.

A simple whisky that noses youthful, with sweet candy notes across the experience. Perfectly acceptable and average malt whisky. At 10 years old, it has the character to be expected from that age.

Overall, the characteristics of the bourbon cask are strong, and if you consciously look for sherry after writing the review, the vanilla scent that suppresses the bright floral scent has a raisin-like feel. The balance and the copper finish are a bit disappointing, but overall, I think it will be enjoyable to drink on a daily basis. Wouldn’t it be possible for whisky to become quite popular if it becomes more accessible?

01/11/2025 - 30 ml Better than the Barrel Reserve, but I didn't particularly like the palate and aftertaste. The aroma is very good, but it's pungent, struggling between appreciating the nuances and burning the vibrissae.

Liked the older 10 a bit better, but overall just a slight change in style, not as "orangey" anymore imho and a bit wilder, less balanced than the old 10 out of the bottle. Perhaps with much air things'll change? Still good bang for the buck, but perhaps almost too "extreme" to start a beginners' tasting with.

Tasted on 09-14-2020 at Corachie Farm.

N: ah the freshness, citrus, green apple, pears, freshly cut grass, peach and some honey in the background with some vanilla and toffee P: extremely complex for a 10 yr, orchard fruits, then some oak notes and sweetness from the bourbon casks F: medium, sweet and very pleasant aftertaste ABSOLUTE BANGER!

Update: December 2021 I will bump my old rating up by one... this is mega. Fresh oak, honey, not quite candied ripe fruits, herbs. More herbal and cereal focus on the palate, and that tobacco ash finish! A mini masterpiece. A wonderfully vibrant 10-year old - showing the industry how it's done! Doesn't pull any punches or aim at being soft or smooth - this one is full of flavour, so it deserves a bit of time. Orchard and tropical fruit balanced with fresh green wood, softened by the ex-bourbon cask usual suspects of vanilla and honey.

Nose: Very citrus-rich, lemon cake with frosting, sweet apples, marzipan, sage, fennel tea (but fortunately only a little, hate the stuff actually), Werther's real, milk chocolate, here and there a red fruit without exact assignment. Vineyard peach, Nashi pear, yes that smells like a typical mixture of bourbon and sherry casks for me .. Taste: Nice mouthfeel, fermented apple, pressed sweet apple and pear juice, dark honey, subliminal roast aromas, hazelnut, cocoa, a bit of sea breeze. The citrus fruits from the nose, I think not so right back. Finish: medium-long, again cocoa, dark honey, no bitterness, full-bodied chocolate, blood orange. Very solid standard with the certain Inselkick, but the citrusy nose you have to like, is really very dominant.

For me the perfect starting dram. Alcohol very well integraded, lightly sweet, fresh fruits and some vanilla. Nothing overpowers the others it’s in balance from start to finish.

A price-performance monster, a guarantee of quality. It's a very tasteful bottle, and it maintains a reasonable price point thanks to its age label. In that sense, it's superb! Price performance: Good-Very good Would I buy it again?: Yes.

2021-03-19

Very tasty standard with an indication of age, a solid 46% by volume and without chill filtration plus E150a. For me a typical ex-bourbon profile: vanilla, sweetness and oak. In the short to medium-length finish, the wood is then dominant. Hopefully this whisky will remain permanently available at this price. Unfortunately, that is not the case with an 18-year-old from the same family.

Worth all the attention it gets. Fresh, vibrant fruity enjoyable dram. Layered complex and engaging pineapples, citrus, peaches, crispy, zesty, refreshingly dry, malty, warm spicy . A true winner for a bourbon cask dram which for the price is great bang for bucks.

Arran 10 year old, SMSW, 46%. It’s been a long time. I last picked up a bottle of this around 2011 – memorable because I had just moved to London and my wife’s brother in law came over. I offered him a glass of this and he hated it, calling it ‘cheap shite’. I didn’t know anything about whisky at the time, and my view was probably influenced by his. Over the past year or so I’ve seen some positive reviews, so I picked up this 30ml sample to see for myself - with the benefit of some experience. Consumed at home June 2024. A mid-tone yellow. Aroma is soft and delicate – pleasant light notes of honey, honeysuckle, orange blossom, apple juice, moving to vanilla oak – softly biscuity. Becomes a little ‘margarine’ over time, which isn’t my favourite profile, but on the whole it has a lovely delicate aroma with some complexity. Body is watery. Taste is salted rusks up front. Quite a simple profile. Basic salty spirit with light biscuity oak. Subtlest passion fruit in the background. Finishes short with some firey ginger. Better on the aroma than on the palate, but pretty good on both. A clean, enjoyable whisky that I’d expect most whisky drinkers to get on quite well with, although it’s not a dram that will surprise or excite too much. I’d have no qualms reaching for it on a regular basis and the £40 asking price is very fair. 3.5/84

delicious, sweet, a perfect start to a tasting evening

A very good 10-year-old whisky that you can keep permanently shelved for the price. Absolutely nothing to complain about!

The new bottle design is nice - distinctive and understated, much better than Bladnoch’s for example. But the contents is what matters, and the whisky is very solid and satisfying. The nose is on vanilla and oak spices, the palate adds some grassy notes. The lack of sweetness is surprising and works well. The whole is not complicated but very well crafted and integrated. There are no off notes. It sounds simple but given how many distilleries fail to accomplish this these days gives pause.

Ralfy's Whisky of the year 2021! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oWQyk3eGL5I

Over time this whisky has become one of my favorites. I'm glad Arran charges a reasonable price for it. Edit: In the meantime, either my taste has changed or Arran has changed his whisky, I have no idea what it is, in any case it doesn't taste as good to me as it did in the beginning. Edit 2: I found an old sample: It was probably more the whisky than my taste. Even if I didn't give him 91 points anymore, it wouldn't be much less.

The nose is actually quite nice, but unfortunately the taste doesn't live up to it; the finish is weak. Tasted again in May 2023 in Winterthur And once again, Lucerne 03/26 - now we've learned our lesson. He's no longer an option for me. Exactly the same rating.

Very nice whisky for the money. It punches above the average whisky of this price.

The rounded aroma is dominated by peach jam with grapefruit zest and caramel. The sweet taste includes boiled fruits, oranges, peaches and unripe pineapples. Medium-length finish, astringent, nutty lemon. The new ten hits my head better than the old one, which was cocky, bourbon and very ruffy, the Arrans are great for changing it. RATING: 83pts - | 83 - 86 (B) → Good | - Not a “must”, but a nice-to-have.

A nice harmonious beginner who has a really nice nose and a good taste and finish. The barrel occupancy is not disclosed by Arran. Above all, the smell suggests bourbon barrels - at least 2nd fill. Some wood influences can be seen in the smell and finish, this could be due to Virgin Oak barrels. Is he eligible for an award? Matter of opinion. For a beginner it is really very good, harmonious and with a price of around € 35, - has a great price / performance ratio.

Very nice dram, does all the basic stuff really well. No bells and whistles, but it really delivers. Review: https://youtu.be/DbbqUCDrmAw

Good affordable starter. Unchilfiltered, 46% and without dye.. as it should be! I think maturing in European oak which makes it wonderfully complicated

Ralfys Whisky of the year so we have to try it right? ;) Werther's Echte ( cream caramel drops) Fresh Wood, some polish Vanilla, and apples, peaches and some milky chocolate / slight cinnamon in the finish ... from start to finish. The alc. is quite well away integrated. you can sense it a bit in the nose and palate. Its quite good but far away from the old 14 even though I didn't rate it high here...had it on the beginning of my journey couldn't appreciate things I do now. Def. This Can't hide the youth imo. For the start a solid 83.P Price/Performance is ok. No way to be near a 90. After some glasses: it wins with time and few drops of water gets less harsh (the polish in the nose goes away) still far away from comparable single casks/ cask strength whiskies /85

Beautifully light fruity, alcohol well integrated, sparkling spring and summer whisky, great standard for the home bar

Fruity, really nice

Room temperature when drinking: 24 ℃ Viewing Eyes: golden smell, Nose: fermented dough, sour taste is more obvious, white vinegar, fruit vinegar, strawberry Daifuku, baked oak, European bun, orange fruit, flour, heavy dust, wheat fragrance is more obvious Palate: yellow Canned peaches, litchi, mango, peach, figs, sour, bitter tongue bitter, slightly redundant, rich fruit and vegetable baskets, slight bitter bottom, relatively fast ending Finish: Medium, fruit basket, banana chips, oil Peach, jackfruit, wood stubble, Body of the wine: medium to light, with a moderate oily feel, slightly loose Nose: 84/100 Palate: 84.5 / 100 Finish: 84/100 Body: 83.5 / 100 Overall: 84/100

Really great value for the money.

The nose starts off honey-sweet with light, almost unripe fruit notes (gooseberries, pear skin) and a hint of a freshly sharpened pencil. The unripe fruits jump out at you in the mouth, followed by spicy notes on the tongue. He looks very soft and slightly acidic. In the finish it swings into spicy-nutty wood tones, accompanied by dark chocolate and sour grapes. Length: 5/10 All in all a nice, round everyday whisky, which offers a lot for the paper form, but also seems a bit immature and sour. Rating: B+

84+

Non-chill filtered. Not coloured. Thick slow primary legs. Mid-size slow secondary legs. Droplets. Holds water very well.

Acquired for 26 euros. 46% not colored, ncf. There is not much you can do wrong. Still not expecting much. Surprised positively.

I came back to this whisky after a while ..... Unfortunately worst but still not bad.

Good price-value-ratio.

3.9 The scent is quite floral + Sherry It has a slightly smokey bunahaven feel as it rolls on the tongue. In terms of taste, I think it's a pretty harmonious mix of butterscotch and sherry. Strong malt flavor, followed by sherry, then butterscotch Rather than complex, it feels like drinking bright sherry with Scotch Candy. ready to drink Slightly fermented apple taste..? It's not angular and it's easy to drink, but it's a bit boring

The first third of the bottle showed a pure ex bourbon casks maturation but now below half bottle a touch of ripe fruits sherry influence appears. Lovely whisky, amazing price/quality ratio and one of the best in this age and price category.

84- Good PLV and availability, but, after a full bottle, the already flawed ultra spicy-bitter and dusty sensations on the palate are more evident.

Good value whisky, floral nose, honey & vanilla taste and a mildly spicy finish

It's certainly one of the good 10-year-old drams, but the overall slightly dry note bothers me a bit. A whisky that you like to smell, but the taste part is lacking. The price is completely reasonable and has been well established on the market as a satisfactory standard for years.

N: vanilla, apple, grain, raisins, lime S: fresh, sweet, butter cookies, slightly peppery, ripe lime F: dark chocolate, peppery

The Arran 10 is undoubtedly one of the best 10-year-old single malts on the market. Its profile is beautifully malty and sweet. A generous dose of ginger spice gives it the necessary punch. The sweetness of caramel, vanilla, and fruit harmonizes wonderfully. The value for money for this quality is almost unbeatable. The Arran 10 deserves a place on every bar shelf.

Very straightforward, simple whisky, but delicious at the same time. Dominated by green apple and citrus. One of the better standards in this age and price range.

I have been a big fan of the old 14 and some older and "weirder" expressions. New livery is nice but slightly posh and designed. Very nice expression that deserves much of the praise it has received recently. And a very good value for money at around 35€

Arran 10 years old Alcohol ABV: 46% =>Nose: gummybears,Painting fumes. =>Taste: peanut brittle. nothing special.It can’t compare with the Arran 18 years old =>Score: 74 [Can try]

I was really curious for this one, given the buzz around it. Although I do agree this tastes like a balanced quality product, the overall profile isn’t for me. I do enjoy it, but it’s just not that interesting to me for some reason. Maybe I miss a touch of sherry, or some peat, or some more saltiness or funk. Who knows. Since I have a bottle now, I’l get plenty more opportunity to see if it grows on me but this is it for now. EDIT - a couple months and half a bottle later: This bottle keeps growing on me. It's still not a standout profile to me, but it's a so well done balanced and full taste that I'm reaching for this more often than before. Added a point, 83 -> 84+

I agree with KB201's tasting notes. The following additions:

I treated myself to it in a bar once. Very pronounced fresh bourbon cask notes right from the start, the alcohol is very well integrated. There's also a decent maltiness. A very successful, easy sipper. It won't blow you away, but it's probably always acceptable. A qualitative improvement over the classic 40-43% Bourbon cask standards from Speyside.

Fresh, fruity flavor - apples, pears, tropical fruits, chocolate with a delicate presence of salt and a spicy finish - spices, cinnamon.

Wow, as soon as I opened the bottle, I smelled a very special smell, a fresh, clean blend of orange peel, coconut, sea breeze, banana, sugar-like sweetness, I have not experienced this kind of taste in other whiskies, I must be this Features of Arran. In terms of pure and refreshing Bourbon cask whisky, I thought it would be similar to Tobermory 12yo or Dalwhinne 15yo, but it turned out to be very distinctive, more pure and sea breeze, with a special orange peel and coconut, banana smell, I Love the feature a lot, and for a 10yo whisky, he's doing so well it's almost unmatched! Can't feel the 46% abv at all, the refreshing feeling is like drinking juice, the throat tells me that he likes the fresh taste. I think this performance is not inferior even at the 15 years old level, a very good whisky. Definitely going to be a regular in my wine cabinet. The taste score is 88 points, and the price does not affect the score.

The alcoholic feeling is not well controlled, but the alcoholic feeling dissipates because the sweet water bottle is well designed.

90/100 tasty

Much more fruity then the older version. I do not seek sherry influenced drams. But this one is very pleasant. Like a basket of fruits.

Overall, I can say I really like this whisky; it is a highly successful, well-crafted spirit—intense in aroma, full-bodied, robust, and delicious. While it may not offer a vast array of diverse flavors, it delivers exactly what it sets out to provide at a superior level, offering intense notes on the nose, palate, and finish. It is a wonderful 10-year-old spirit that invites you to savor the experience; it is easy to drink yet satisfying, giving you the feeling of enjoying a robust whisky, all at a relatively reasonable price point. Cheers.

You can but you don't have to

Smell: medium bouquet, fruity, pear, German. Influenced by the bourbon barrel, yellow ripe fruits, vanilla sweetness in the base, nice balance, uncomplicated, honey, green apple notes in the base Taste: medium body, nice interplay between fruit and spice, apricot, bitter orange jam, warm alcohol, yellow-fruity, spicy, medium-sized. reverberation Color: yellow gold, medium WR, of course Conclusion: It's fun - and twice as much for the tariff called up!

Honeyed notes. Also a clean malty side with biscuits. Subtle dusty / herbal notes

Hint of ginger. Fresh whisky with complexiteit in it

A nice whisky if you can get it for under 40€. Easy sipper with a neutral character for relaxed evenings

A good, dependable, well-made whisky at a great price. One that won't knock your socks off, but certainly won't disappoint either.

Arran 10 is like a well-written poem: nothing wasted, everything intentional. It’s an honest dram, youthful but self-aware, with just enough complexity to make you appreciate it more with every sip. It bridges fresh fruit, mellow sweetness, and a touch of Highland spice, all wrapped in an approachable 46% ABV. This is what I call a "go-to daily sipper with integrity." If I had to describe it in one word: refreshing.

Smells good

Great bang for buck. Fruity with great mouthfeel. Especially for the age and price.

Too hot and too simple. Classic Laddie and Hazelburn 10 are better choices for a similar dram. I think Barr an Uisce from Ireland is not much better than this.

Sample with unknown bottle code, but more likely from 2023/2024: On the nose, it's rather reserved for me. Some citrus fruit, malt, and apple. Taste: Fuller than on the nose, with strong malt, green apple, and a touch of acidity. Oak is evident on the finish. It's quite dry at the end for its age. A decent 10, but I honestly don't understand the hype some people are making about it.

This is the rating from our private tasting.

I like this style. Arran malt goes so nice with both sherry and bourbon and they don't seem to overdo it either. I'd say this is well-balanced. Too bad it's not a 12 yo. I think a couple more years would really make it nice.

I just like him. The slightly sweetness combined with spice and pleasant complexity makes it a whisky for me that I would like to enjoy every day.

Surprisingly great, pleasant combination of malt, acidity and wood.

April 2026 Emart 79,800 S80

A well-rounded whisky which is sweet and critic. The first time experience is only mediocre. However, with some oxidation, the bottle becomes great. This is definitely one of the best whiskies for at its price range. Also, it is very complex for a 10 year old.

A very good whisky for its age and price. Fresh and fruity whisky.

N: sweet, fruity, summer flowers T: soft, sweet pie with light pepper and long honey finish

Maybe a little basic, but covers those basics well. Really classic profile- clean, sweet, slightly peppery and youthful. It's an excellent pick for an ex-bourbon daily drinker. I'd really like to try this at cask strength with another 6-15 years in ex-bourbon.

Malt notes, apples, pears, apricot, vanilla, honey, a sea note in the background, the mouthfeel is even nice, the finish is slightly spicy, quite long, a bit warm.

Similar to Deanston 12 with shorter finish and with more alcohol burn on the arrival, corresponding with the fact that it´s two years younger. Nice sweetness with distinctive taste of gummy bears. Hint of yellow and orange fruits and, dare I say, tomato juice. Recommended value whisky.

Strong start with the nose with good follow up by the taste. Finish was slightly weaker.

Nose: soft, honey, caramel, creme brulee, flat peach, sugared lemons Taste: Oily, malt, unripe peach Finish: light oak, lemon, rum sweetness

Solid 10-year standard and quite solid for the price. You can't go wrong with this malt. But you shouldn't expect much more from it.

Tasted and assessed in a blind tasting - ProefOlympics # CL2 - April 2020. Was a bit disappointing (but certainly tasty for the price.

This is a benchmark whisky for me now. It is stress-free and never gets boring. This whisky has become part of my everyday life.

Incredible value for money.

Love this amazing price to quality ratio. Much better than others at same price point. Similar tasting notes to my last Glendronach 12, but those bottles have been inconsistent and unbalanced. This is balanced and judging by others, consistently solid.

Lemon, mandarin orange, orange, banana, honey. With its citrus aroma and gentle sweetness, it goes down very smoothly. A slight sherry and fruity aroma. It has a light and refreshing character, and tastes like you're eating fresh fruit.

Nose: Bright citrus notes (grapefruit juice), green apple, barley, honey and a little vanilla. Palate: Got a little bite to it, peppery and fresh ginger heat. Prominent citrus notes, some maltiness, honey sweetness. Finish: Pleasant oak bitterness and citrus, semi dry, pepper lingers. Medium length. Overall: If you go into this expecting something very easy and friendly like a generic speysider you might be surprised. It has a kick to it and handles a little water well. Bright citrus notes along with pepper and ginger heat dominates the nose and palate, backed up by some malty honey notes. It also has a quite noticeable oak influence, in a good way. It’s not very complex, but everything is nicely integrated and it tastes quite fresh.

Nose: Melon, Grass, Herbs and a bit biscuity, hint of vanilla Pallette: Sweet, Gentle, Vanilla, slight Citrus, lit bit of spice Finish: long, Dry Spicy and bit sweet

Fruit, lemon, malt!!! Delicious But it's too spicy and tastes bad Have a highball

83,5

The nose is very sweet and brightly fruity. It tastes really sweet, like vanilla, honey, and caramel. It reminds me of vanilla cookies.

The key difference for this entry level malt which raises it above most others at the price is the density and complexity of the nose, and the really decent body on this.

Nose 83 palate 83 finish 82

bitter

A lot of Vanilla. Soft and not a lot of pit, but I don't mind

Although this is not an old whisky, it already has a lot of taste. It has a sweet layer in it. It is quite light in color.

Fine lighter whisky, sweeter and fruiter. At this price point an excellent example of what is possible.

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A revolutionary Scotch for me. Fruity for sure, but also an incredible amount of depth. Finish lasts forever. Just spectacular.

Hints of honey and vanilla, oak, smooth finish

Top 1/3rd: Nose - extremely vaporous, paint thinner. If there are flavors, they are hidden by the vapors. Water brings out an occasional indistinct creamy, roundness. Decanted the middle 1/3rd to save for trying again in 6-12 months. Bottom 1/3rd: flat. Flavorless. I do not get any impressions from drinking this. Perhaps an inactive cask or poor/rushed distillation to meet increased demand. Disappointing at best because I really had high hopes for this.

Good value for money. Fruity nose, very sweet, very pleasant. On the pallet, quite rich and complex for a 10 years. Is it unforgettable ? No. Will I buy it again? Probably not. But if you're looking for a good 10 years old, dont hesitate.