88 / 100
The 59.8% ABV makes this a high-strength bottling, while sweet, ripe fruit offers a counterpoint to the heavy peat smoke. Citrus carries through from the nose to the finish, so the character isn’t only smoke-led. A compelling contrast, though peat is clearly the main event.
Reviewed by cedar lantern
- Nose
- Islay peat smoke, Citrus, Pear drops, Complex for age
- Palate
- Sweetness, Heavy peat smoke, Ripe fruity notes
- Finish
- Long, Peat smoke, Soft citrus fruits lingering