84 / 100
The smoke stays in the background here: a hint on the nose, then a subtle smoky texture and faint wisp on the finish. That gives it some smoky character without making smoke the main event. Honey, vanilla and toffee lead the sweeter side, with citrus and pear bringing a lighter edge. A balanced direction, though anyone looking for a stronger smoky presence may find it restrained.
Reviewed by bluehour_socks
- Nose
- Bright citrus, heather honey, delicate pear, vanilla, and a hint of smoke; floral and cereal notes.
- Palate
- Soft vanilla fudge, toffee, toasted oak, and honey, with malt, pear, citrus, light spice, and a subtle creamy, smoky texture.
- Finish
- Crisp and medium in length, with oak, a faint wisp of smoke, herbal freshness, lingering honeyed sweetness, and a touch of pepper.