87 / 100
There’s a clear contrast here between the crisp apple and ripe orange on the nose and the sherry sweetness, green olives, and smoky touch on the palate. The finish turns drier, with peppery oak and an ashy character, so this isn’t all sweetness and fruit. The name identifies bourbon and Manzanilla sherry casks, though it doesn’t specify a cask sequence. That combination of bright fruit, savoury notes, and gentle smoke makes for an engaging Islay single malt on paper.
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- Nose
- Ripe oranges, Crisp apple, Dried figs, Subtle spice, Sea salt, Aromatic smoke
- Palate
- Rich honey, Toasted almonds, Dark chocolate, Smoky touch, Salted cashews, Green olives, Sherry sweetness
- Finish
- Warm linger, Toasted caramel, Spicy nutmeg, Gentle smoke, Peppery oak, Dry, ashy character