This is a single malt Scotch whisky bottled by the Scotch Malt Whisky Society, an independent bottler known for releasing single-cask whiskies under playful names. At 9 years old, it is likely to show a relatively youthful style with clear distillery character.
For a novice drinker, expect a more individual and less standardized whisky than a typical core-range release. The title “Smooch a kipper” suggests a smoky, savoury profile, but independent bottlings can vary from cask to cask.