87 / 100
The fruit character gives this whisky its appeal for me: the orchard fruits on the palate develop toward dried apricot, while soaked raisins and sultanas bring a darker note on the nose. Toasted oak spice and warm cigar-box spices add structure, though the overall description remains gentle rather than forceful. The vanilla carries through to a long, subtle finish. A composed, fruit-led character, with enough spice to keep it from feeling one-dimensional.
Reviewed by sunbeam lantern
- Nose
- Gentle heather honey and warm cigar-box spices, Crisp, freshly ground barley with soaked raisins and sultanas
- Palate
- Toasted white oak spice with Demerara caramelised orchard fruits, Dried apricot and hints of vanilla
- Finish
- Long, subtle finish with hints of vanilla