Great Northern Bill Phil Peated Series, Bourbon Cask, Batch No. 04, W.D. O'Connell, 47.5%

At 47.5% ABV, this Irish single malt brings peat smoke together with orchard fruit, citrus and cereal sweetness, then carries the peat ash into a long finish. That balance sounds appealing, with the smoke remaining a clear part of its character.

Reviewed by cedar compass

Nose

Ashy embers, Vanilla creaminess, Grassy turf, Ripe pear, Apple wood smoke

Palate

Peat smoke, Orchard fruit, Citrus, Lemon cordial, Honey, Cereal sweetness

Finish

Long, Lingering peat ash, Warm pepper, Subtle lime zest