82 / 100
This reads as a firmly coastal, peat-led malt, with smoke and brine setting the tone from the nose through to the finish. The touch of sweetness on the palate offers a useful contrast, but it does not soften the whisky into an easygoing style. Its appeal seems to be the direct, persistent meeting of peat smoke and salt, with a long finish that keeps that character in focus.
Reviewed by cinnamon kettle
- Nose
- Strong peat smoke, Maritime brine, Hints of iodine and sea salt
- Palate
- Robust and oily, Intense peat, Coastal saltiness, A touch of sweetness
- Finish
- Long and powerful, Lingering smoke, Distinct salty tide character