- Nose
- Wood polish, boiled lemons, slight asphalt smoke, wood resin, steamed wood vines, with hints of Chinese medicine, vanilla cream, citrus zest, nectarine, toasted malt, butterscotch, golden raisins, and a delicate wisp of smoke, red berries, Christmas pudding, toffee, and winter spice.
- Palate
- Rich, complex, and smooth, with a watery texture initially, developing into burnt rice, boiled wood vines, earthy notes, and light smoke. Features mellow honey, stone fruit, dark chocolate, roasted nuts, tobacco, dried orange peel, mild peppery spice, and a subtle Islay smokiness.
- Finish
- Lingering and elegant, with notes of burnt rice, a slight oily mouthfeel, Chinese herbs, smoke, malt, and a final wave of peat. Features sweet fruit and smoky peat with mixed peels, and a honey malt-forward character with a light smoke and cognac note.
