Grant's Triple Wood Smoky, American Oak, First-Fill Ex-Bourbon & Virgin American Oak Cask, 40%

This feels like an approachable way into smoky blended whisky: the nose puts smoke alongside fruit, malted oats and toasted almonds, while the palate turns softer and sweeter with citrus, honey and vanilla. That shift gives it more balance than a smoke-first impression might suggest. Mellow wood spice keeps the palate rounded, though the dry tannin at the finish adds a firmer edge. A clear contrast between sweetness and smoke, rather than either one taking over.

Reviewed by bluehour owl

Nose

Distinct smoke, Fruit, Malted oats, Toasted almonds

Palate

Soft sweet fruitiness, Citrus, Honey, Vanilla, Mellow wood spice

Finish

Smoky, Velvety and smooth, A touch of dry tannin