The Naked Grouse

Score: 55

The Naked Grouse enters like a velvet-cloaked noble with a mischievous glint. The nose unfurls with cherry compote spooned over buttered brioche, followed by toasted almonds and a whisper of marzipan—a courtly nod to its sherry cask heritage. On the palate, it’s a procession of sticky toffee pudding and raspberry jam tarts, flanked by crème caramel and a dusting of cocoa powder. Just as you settle in, a sly flourish of orange zest and antique oak reminds you this dram has depth beneath its charm. The finish? Lingering, warm, and faintly smoky—like the last embers of a hearth in a Highland manor.