87 / 100
There’s a pleasing balance here between peat and sweetness: salted caramel and spiced red fruits give the palate warmth, while the peaty, savoury notes keep it grounded. The finish gets the most attention, and rightly so—it’s described as long and smoky, with lingering spice, then a slightly tannic gingery-lemon edge. That contrast makes the ending more interesting than a simple stretch of smoke. A characterful blended malt, with enough detail to reward a slow read.
Reviewed by shortwave compass
- Nose
- Soft smokiness, liquorice and a hint of citrus, Brine, sea air, sherry and dried tropical fruit
- Palate
- Pears, honey, salted caramel and spiced red fruits, Peaty vegetal notes, nuts and a faint hint of iodine
- Finish
- Long, smooth and smoky, with wood smoke and black pepper, Lingering spice with a slightly tannic, gingery lemon edge