85 / 100
The fruit and jam notes give this Hazelburn a clear, welcoming centre, with cloves and nutmeg adding a more grown-up edge on the palate. Tangerine keeps that fruit character lively. The drying finish, with woodspice and sandalwood, sounds less easygoing than the opening, so this feels more layered than soft and simple. A good fit if you enjoy fruit-led whisky with a firm, spiced close.
Reviewed by shortwavewren
- Nose
- Damsons, Red current, Strawberry laces, Caramelised blackcurrant jam, Brazil nuts, Black Jack sweets, Rich tea biscuits, A bit of gravy granules
- Palate
- Fruitier and jammier, Cloves, Nutmeg spice, Tangerine segments
- Finish
- Quite drying, Woodspice, Sandalwood