Bruichladdich The Laddie 10 Year (2nd Edition)

This one truly improved over time for me. It began rather unremarkably, but really developed over the past few months. On the nose, I detect a slight mineral quality and then some fresh, vibrant fruit. The palate has a cool, salty initial taste then becomes spicy. The fruit notes carry through, and there's a hint of smoke, not peat, but more like the scorched interior of barrels you find in bourbons. The finish is lengthy, and I detect hints of licorice. Finished this last night. So enjoyable. It certainly became better after resting in the bottle for a while. A salty, mineral character really emerged. It was saline, fruity, and full-bodied. I'm going to miss this. While it shares many qualities with that other spirit, this one is not as polished nor as layered. 90/100

Fantastic craft presentation! AROMA: Intense Fresh sea air Salted butter Orange oil Peat, but not smoky Beach sand TASTE: Syrupy Zesty Pickled ginger Sweeter with water FINISH: Full, rich and spicy Hint of clove and cardamom Fresh cut cedar Dark chocolate Perfectly balanced and illuminating. Dry glass: Mesquite wood chips.

Upon initial opening, the aroma was fruity but seemed quite restrained, a characteristic that carried over to the palate. The finish possesses a pleasant lemony twist. However, adding a few drops significantly enhanced the aroma, though the finish still lacked butterscotch, instead presenting a Bunsen burner-like quality.

Perhaps the most flawlessly balanced single malt I've ever encountered, with incredible complexity from start to finish. Astonishing.

You will not be let down. At least, I was not. An intriguing whisky.

From a specific liquor store. Smooth and sweet with a very subtle smoky essence.