To create the distinct smokiness of The Black Grouse, we take our Famous blend and enhance it with specially selected peated malts. The resulting Black Grouse whisky has a distinctive peaty character, which comes through in spice and dried fruit flavours with a long aromatic finish, reminiscent of our Famous blend. Appearance: Dark. russet golden. clear and bright. Aroma: Smoky. soft and musky, rich and full. Taste: Full flavour, Spice and dried fruits, Smoke through the oak. Finish: Long, Smoky, Aromatic.