88 / 100
The appeal here is the balance between assertive peat smoke and brighter citrus, with vanilla and sweet malt giving the nose a softer edge. Lemon, toffee, and pepper keep the palate varied without losing its smoky character. The long, warming finish carries that contrast through, bringing smoke and maritime notes alongside sweet spice. A layered Islay character, with enough restraint in the sweeter details to keep the smoke at the centre.
Reviewed by maple_pebble
- Nose
- Peat smoke and citrus zest, Vanilla, sweet malt, and spice, Coastal sea spray
- Palate
- Smoky peat, lemon, and toffee, Pepper and subtle oak, Creamy texture
- Finish
- Lingering smoke and citrus, Sweet spice and maritime notes, Menthol and bitter almonds