Roseisle·Special ReleasesOrigami Kite II

Roseisle Origami Kite II is a 12-year-old Speyside single malt bottled at natural strength and matured in bourbon casks. For a new drinker, that usually points toward a whisky led by malt character, vanilla-toned oak, and fresh fruit rather than heavy smoke.

At 55.6% ABV, it is likely to feel more intense and concentrated than standard bottlings, so a small splash of water may help open it up. The bourbon-cask style is generally approachable, with sweetness, oak, and bright distillery character to the fore.