Malt Advocate 85
"A soft, easy-going whisky with a foundation of honeyed vanilla, caramel custard, and mouth-coating maltiness. Floral and brine notes are sprinkled throughout, as are cocoa, white pepper, and subtle edible seaweed. Soft malt and brine finish. A whisky with a gentler personality when compared to most other island malts, making it a nice introduction to the style. I would, however, like to see this whisky bottled at a higher strength and not chill-filtered. I’d be more than willing to sacrifice some drinkability for greater intensity and more subtle nuances. Still, it is an enjoyable whisky, and enthusiasts of its predecessor -- Scapa 14 -- should also like it, albeit at a higher retail price. "

"Scapa 16 year old has a sweet, rich, yet mellow malt fragrance that follows into the palate where it mixes with a velvety, slightly bitter peat, floral citrus and overall brighter profile than many Scotches. The finish is long, dry and lean, which is considerably darker, peatier, oakier than the main palate. " ~ Distillery notes