84 / 100
The notes give a clear sense of the contrast here: sweet caramel and corn move into rye spice, with vanilla carrying through to the finish. I like that the character is described distinctly, though the hotter peppery finish and dryness make it less purely gentle.
Reviewed by softshoe owl
- Nose
- Warm toasted burnt sugar, Honeyed vanilla, Candied cherries, Stone fruit, Light oak, spice, and floral notes
- Palate
- Sweet caramel and corn notes, Rye spice, butter, nutmeg, and vanilla extract, Smooth, medium-bodied mouthfeel
- Finish
- Moderate sweetness gives way to hotter, peppery rye spice, Lingering vanilla toffee and a touch of dryness