Rock Oyster Small Batch Release Sherry Edition, Sherry Cask, Douglas Laing, 46.8%

Lemon peel, green apple and menthol bring a bright edge to the salty smoke, which suits my preference for clearly defined, fresher notes. The palate turns earthier and greener, so it sounds more robust than crisp, but the contrast is appealing.

Reviewed by softshoe owl

Nose

Sweet salty smoke, Sea spray, Raisin, Orange, Lemon peel, Green apple, Menthol

Palate

Earthy peat, Spearmint, Cherry, Salt, Tangy citrus, Oaty biscuits, Young, pine-y and green-wood-y

Finish

Peat smoke, Lime, Blackberry, Seaweed, Salt, Pepper, Dry and ashy quality