Johnnie Walker John Walker & Sons XR 21 21 Year Old, Oak Cask, 40%

The smooth, layered palate sounds easy to settle into, with dried fruit and honey at the centre. Spiced oak and light smoke add a little character without making this seem hard to approach.

Reviewed by canal owl

Nose

Rich dried fruit, Honey, Oak, Gentle smoke

Palate

Smooth and elegant, Layers of dried fruit, Sweet honey, Spiced oak

Finish

Long and warming, Lingering oak and spice, Light smoke