The first time that I tried this one, I just plain didn't like it. I was annoyed at not liking a "Scottish" blenders goods. Yeah - I know it isn't made in the homeland anymore. So as is my wont, I ran a trade and review thread and tried as many Rattray's blends as I could find.

Now I love them, although I prefer Old Gowrie and Marlin Flake over HotW. I know I am in the minority there, but there you have it.