Ardbeg The Stories of Wind & Wave 18 Year Old, Bourbon Cask, Cask #257, 2001, The Character of Islay Whisky Company, 54.5%

Peat smoke leads; lemon lifts.

Reviewed by daybreak compass

Nose

Intense peat smoke and tar, Lemon zest and coastal notes

Palate

Smoky and peaty, Vanilla, citrus, pepper and smoked fish

Finish

Warm, lingering smoke, Herbal notes and lemon zest