Auchentoshan Cooper Reserve Whiskey, 70 cl

Rich golden straw in colour; bright and natural. The initial aroma is faintly nutty (walnuts? later chopped almonds), with light tangerine notes behind and a hint of milk chocolate (tangerine-cream chocolates?)
The fresh, citric-fruit scents become more complex as the liquid breathes in the glass.
Drinks very well straight; a light texture and a sweet then crisp and citric taste, with grapefruit, and a light nuttiness in the aftertaste. A short, clean finish.
A drop of water enhances both the nuttiness and the fruitiness, and although the overall aroma is subtle, the hint of milk chocolate is still there.