78
Score
Highland Queen, 40%
Price: ● Issue: Winter 2014 ● Reviewer: Jonny McCormick ● Category: Blended Scotch Whisky
The range begins with this entry-level whisky, aged for 3 years. Aromas of pale toffee, vanilla, and scented, herbaceous notes can be found on the nose. It has a light, silky texture and comprises flavors of stewed fruits, with a slight bitterness behind them. Plum and coffee notes expand, though it remains tart through to the buzzy finish, which is lifted by hints of chocolate. A robust and pugnacious dram.