91 / 100
The smoke stays in the background here: the palate offers a hint of smoky peat rather than making it the focus. That suits the dense combination of black treacle and bitter dark chocolate, with cloves and fruit, malt and spice adding complexity. The drying, exceptionally long finish sounds like a strong counterpoint to the sweeter notes, carrying through into exotic spice and vintage leather. A richly layered character, though the smoky element is modest.
Reviewed by ShortwaveRover
- Nose
- Polished mahogany, Dark manuka honey, Antique library books, Dried figs and prunes, Fruit, malt and spice
- Palate
- Dense mouthfeel, Black treacle, Bitter dark chocolate, Cloves, A hint of smoky peat, Fruit, malt and spice
- Finish
- Exceptionally long and drying, Exotic spices, Vintage leather, Spicy and smooth