Ainslie’s Royal Edinburgh Scotch Whisky 5yo

Ainslie’s Royal Edinburgh Scotch Whisky 5yo 

Ainslie & Heilbron
Blended malt
Amber gold
40% ABV
Dram

Nose: Raisins, toffee, camphor, wax, cocoa nibs, cloves, hints of dried pears. 
Mouthfeel: Medium body, cool, tingly, slightly slippery. 
Tasting:  Bitter sweet. Camphor, raisins, cloves, cocoa nibs, orange peel, black pepper, hints of dried pears, hints of cinnamon. 
Finish: Long. Dried pears, orange peel, cloves, cocoa nibs, mint, hints of wax. 

Comments: 

I love old blends. This one is particularly special, as it has quite a high proportion of Clynelish and / or Brora. Lots of spicy notes, along with some waxy notes and a heap of old bottle effect. Very enjoyable.

Verdict:

I like this a lot.