Box Early Days 4 Year Old 5 Year Old, Bourbon Cask, Batch No. 002, 2018, 51.5%

Fresh vanilla and citrus sound like a useful counterweight to the smoke, with sweetness and spice adding some balance. The long, warming finish keeps the vanilla in view; appealing, though clearly smoke-led.

Reviewed by inkwell_notebook

Nose

Fresh vanilla, Subtle smokiness, A hint of citrus fruits

Palate

Full-bodied and balanced, Pleasant sweetness, Smoky and spicy notes

Finish

Long and warming, Smokiness gently fading, Sweet vanilla tones