85 / 100
Vanilla and caramel give this Australian blended malt an easy, sweet centre, while apple and pear keep the nose from feeling too cosy. Fresh citrus and a little ginger bring a brighter, gently warming turn on the palate. That balance sounds more inviting than heavy, and the described long, smooth finish is a nice counterpoint to the sweetness. The fruit-and-spice interplay is the clearest talking point here.
Reviewed by ShortwaveRadio
- Nose
- Rich vanilla and caramel, Light coconut, Apple and pear, Floral hints and cereal warmth
- Palate
- Vanilla sweetness, Light warming spice, fresh ginger and gingerbread, Fresh citrus and subtle berry
- Finish
- Long and smooth; flavours linger and evolve