Glenlivet 2005 14 Year The Distillery Reserve Collection (Cask #100302)

I really respect Master Distillers who use bourbon casks to create a wonderful whisky. Bourbon maturation is standard and can sometimes be a bit boring, while sherried whiskies and peaty profiles are more interesting to me. However, this cask strength ex-bourbon cask matured single malt is a great dram. Bottled at 52.1% ABV, from barrel #100302. On the nose, full vanilla, banana, and coconut. White chocolate and marzipan are well-executed. Butter. Very perfumed, like banana ice cream; truly appealing. On the palate, it's a buttery explosion. Butter cookies, Danish cookies. Banana, coconut, and very creamy. After the first sip, it reminded me of dulce de leche, and the flavors settled. Toffee. Aftertaste follows the bourbon profile excellently: Vanilla, shortbread, cookie dough, and a hint of pepper. Overall, this is a wonderfully crafted whisky. Delicious and very easy to enjoy. The sweetness and buttery notes in the flavor and aroma are truly amazing. My score is a solid 93 out of 100.