86 / 100
The contrast between ripe and candied fruit sweetness and the peat smoke gives this single malt a clear point of interest. I like that the smoke is described as integrated on the palate, then lingers cleanly on the finish rather than taking over the fruit and butterscotch. The creamy, buttery nose sounds inviting, though the overall character seems to lean more toward fruit, sweetness and smoke than a straightforward malt or cereal expression.
Reviewed by silver_atlas
- Nose
- Creamy and buttery, with ripe fruits., A hint of salty sea air and subtle peat smoke.
- Palate
- Butterscotch and floral notes combine with tropical and candied fruits., Integrated peat smoke flows throughout.
- Finish
- Sweet and richly textured, with clean, lingering smoke., Subtle warming spice.