Ledaig Spanish Sherry Wood Finish 18 Year Old, Oloroso Sherry Cask, Batch No. 3, 2016, 46.3%

halfmoon_pebble15 Oct

Rich red fruit meets oily smoke and coastal peat.

shortwave.fox2 Oct

The sweet oakiness and oak spice sound like a useful counterpoint to the tar, peat smoke, and red fruit. Still, the overall character reads more smoky and coastal than oak-led, so the balance feels more compelling than an oak-focused showcase.

daybreakrambler20 Sept

Tarry smoke and juicy red fruit make for a distinctive contrast.

The red fruits, chocolate and orange give the heavy tar, oily smoke and brine something to push against. That sounds more compelling than simply piling on peat, though the rubber, medicinal and engine-oil notes make it a rough-edged proposition. The stated medium-to-long finish keeps the coastal smoke and salt in view. I’d rate it well for that distinctive contrast, while recognizing that this is a forceful style rather than an easygoing one.

rainy_notebook28 Aug

the smoke is a clear part of this whisky’s character, with tar and ash alongside juicy red fruit. that contrast makes it an appealing fit for my taste, without the fruit pushing the peat into the background.