Insider knowledge: Glenrothes 12 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) whisky is named whisky by virtue of the fact it's from Scotland. If distilled in America the spelling would be Glenrothes 12 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) whiskey, as opposed to whisky.
Nose: A spiced, red berry-laden nose, with maple syrup, cinnamon and malt.
Palate: Malty palate with notes of kiwi and manuka honey. Hints of peppermint, eucalyptus and toffee.
Finish: A toffee-led finish, medium-length.