The fresh apple and juicy pear on the nose lead into a tangier palate of sherbety orchard fruits and lime zest. Vanilla and ginger spice add contrast without drawing attention away from the fruit. That progression interests me, although the notes give less reason to dwell on the malt character I usually look for in a single malt. The finish is where my reaction becomes more cautious. Rhubarb & custard and back-shop sweetness sound inviting, while rubber plimsolls make the lingering combination less straightforward. I can see the appeal of that contrast, but it is also the detail most likely to divide opinion. Overall, the shift from fresh fruit to a more unusual finish gives this whisky character without making it an uncomplicated fit for my tastes.
Reviewed by paperboat_atlas
- Nose
- Fresh apple, Juicy pear, Hint of citrus
- Palate
- Tangy, sherbety orchard fruits, Lime zest, Vanilla, Ginger spice
- Finish
- Lingering rhubarb & custard, Rubber plimsolls, Back-shop sweetness