84 / 100
This reads as a gently sweet, malt-led Highland malt, with honey, nuts and marmalade on the nose. The palate moves toward toasted chocolate cake and toffee, while orange juice and vanilla keep that sweetness from feeling one-note. Oak and vanilla cake carry through the finish. There is a little wood smoke alongside the softer aromas, though the stated character is more about malt, fruit and dessert-like notes than a strong spice contrast. A composed, easygoing combination rather than a sharp or spice-led one.
Reviewed by tidepoolwren
- Nose
- Light, honeyed, nutty and malty, Hints of orange marmalade and a little wood smoke, Licorice and chicory
- Palate
- Toasted chocolate cake, Toffee, Notes of orange juice and vanilla
- Finish
- Oak, Vanilla cake