Glen Keith 1989 / 22 Year Old / Single Malts of Scotland

Nose:  A lovely, light, grassy nose - almost Lowland-esque.  I'm guessing refill bourbon here. Honeysuckle & sweetpea, then some aromatic woodiness. Gentle and elegant, but characterful nonetheless.  Some fruit jam aromas as it develops.  Water lifts biscuity notes into the mix.

Palate:  Medium-bodied. Follows on from the nose, but sweeter, with more emphasis on the honey and summer fruit, plus some previously un-noticed bready notes.  A slightly drying mouthfeel with some spices as the oak becomes more assertive - mouthwatering.  Again, a very elegant drinkability.  Becomes hotter and drier with water, initially, then settles down into summer fruit with a hint of pea-pods with a background of old oak.

Finish: Warming and drying at full strength, with plenty of woodspice again. Mellow oak with water.