Superb snifters for Burns Night

ROLL OUT THE TARTAN CARPET ON JANUARY 25 WITH THESE WHISKIES, SAYS SAM WYLIE-HARRIS

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For a budget Highland whisky, we're toasting the master blender behind this sweet, mellow, heroes' drink.

TESCO SPECIAL RESERVE BLENDED SCOTCH WHISKY £18.75, 1L, Tesco

Matured in oak casks for a minimum of three years, it's easygoing with a creamy texture, gentle fruity notes, hints of honey, vanilla, and trace of spicy oak on the finish.

TOMATIN 10 YEAR OLD HIGHLAND SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY £29.50, 70cl, Waitrose

A delectable dram with a distinct bourbon influence, this new expression is matured in bourbon casks for 10 years and its sweet, fruity, character opens up on the nose before expanding on the layered palate. Complex with rich fruitcake notes and a honeyed sweetness, creamy buttery notes interplay with spice, nuts, caramel and a touch of toffee on the lingering finish.