86 / 100
Marmalade, malt loaf and popcorn with melted salted butter give this a richer feel, while green-apple tartness keeps the sweet strawberry jelly and honey liqueur from sounding too heavy. That lively contrast appeals to me, though it reads more fruity than deeply rich.
Reviewed by birchkit
- Nose
- Popcorn drizzled in melted salted butter, Pears poached in red wine, Crimson marmalade on malt loaf
- Palate
- Green apples, Strawberry jelly, Honey liqueur
- Finish
- Cinnamon, cardamom and nutmeg