87 / 100
The appealing contrast is between the sweet apple, pear, and honey notes and the more measured edge of ginger, pepper, and gentle oak spice. That gives this Lowland single malt more shape than sweetness alone would offer, while the grassy and floral details keep the character delicate. The drying, herbal finish sounds like a thoughtful counterpoint to the fruit, rather than a push toward heavy spice. A balanced fit for someone who enjoys spice woven into a lighter, sweeter character.
Reviewed by wildmint.sparrow
- Nose
- Pear drops, apple, grassy hay, and floral notes, Ginger, pepper, cinnamon, vanilla, and citrus zest, Barley malt, almonds, hazelnuts, and honey
- Palate
- Stewed fruits, apple, pear, and honey, Green apple and grassy notes, Vanilla, lemon, orange marmalade, and gentle oak spice
- Finish
- Medium length, with lingering oak spice and a drying, herbal character, Barley, freshly mown grass, pepper, lemon drops, light fruits, and floral elements