Glen Deveron 16 Year

A friend acquired a bottle of this for me while traveling abroad. I had high expectations for this whisky given its age. While it's not bad, it's just too mild and unremarkable. It has a light texture and tastes too much like cereal/grain, followed by a very brief finish. An easy-drinking, inoffensive spirit isn't what a 16-year-old scotch should deliver. Newcomers to scotch might find it smooth, but most beginners don't opt for 16-year expressions. Experienced whisky drinkers will find it boring and uninspired. I rated this 3 stars and won't be buying another bottle. UPDATE: 06/08/2020 Perhaps I was too quick to judge this scotch. After spending more time with it, and with the bottle now two-thirds empty, I've found that the initial taste wasn't truly representative of what this whisky offers. The palate now presents a nice mix of subtle fruits and caramel, concluding with a hint of malt, sweet toffee, and ripe strawberries/cherries. The finish is still a bit short for a 16-year-old scotch, but overall, it's starting to win me over, leading me to adjust my rating. I also tried adding some water, but I don't suggest it as it thins an already light texture and doesn't enhance the experience.

Absolutely not, no, no, no... This is unpleasant. It's not like gasoline, but that's hardly a reason to want to drink it. The aroma is disappointing with hints of honeycomb and heather, reminiscent of an Aberfeldy (and I'm not fond of that distillery). The palate has a subtle smokiness with an odd note of cooked fat (like bacon without the meat). The finish is a nosedive from an already mediocre whisky, being both short and sweet.

Nose: Rich with notes of plums and raisins, cherries, and leather. Palate: Abundant honey at first. Fruity with some vanilla on the palate as well. Quite smooth and full-bodied. Finish: Medium length finish where the sherry cask influence is apparent. I'm not detecting any peat, nor does the bottle mention it. I thoroughly enjoyed this whisky, contrary to the reviews from the expert and others.

People are quite critical given what this bottle costs. It's true it lacks depth and doesn't have a strong peat presence, if that's what you're seeking. However, if you prefer a smooth drink that's rich in fruit flavors with a brief finish and minimal heat, you might enjoy this. Just don't anticipate impressing acquaintances with it as a sophisticated 16-year-old spirit. Would I purchase it again? Yes, if it's on sale.

A pleasant whisky for sipping, though it lacks distinct character and any peatiness. On the nose: very fruity and sweet, with cinnamon. The palate is sweet, featuring vanilla, cinnamon, and caramel, with a gentle oak spice. The aftertaste begins with pepper and sweetness, lasting a moderate duration.

The nose has notes of fruit and malt. A very mild smokiness is present, followed by a burning sensation on the tongue. The finish is acidic and hot. It's not the finest, but it's not the worst either.