The oldest of the four Craigellachie single malts introduced by Dewar’s/Bacardi in 2014, with a slightly tart nose full of lemongrass, freshly cut straw, ginger, coconut, and hints of pineapple and grapefruit, along with a nice warming touch that might make one think of a tropical beach on a cold winter’s night. The taste starts off tart, then great spices kick in with lemon pepper, sandalwood, and spearmint balanced by honey, ginger, and a hint of cedar shavings in the background. The finish is smooth with slowly fading spices, a slight oakiness, and a touch of brown sugar. Very nice! (November, 2014)