87 / 100
The red fruits, chocolate and orange give the heavy tar, oily smoke and brine something to push against. That sounds more compelling than simply piling on peat, though the rubber, medicinal and engine-oil notes make it a rough-edged proposition. The stated medium-to-long finish keeps the coastal smoke and salt in view. I’d rate it well for that distinctive contrast, while recognizing that this is a forceful style rather than an easygoing one.
Reviewed by wildmint_socks
- Nose
- Sweet tar and oily smoke, Raspberries and blackberries, Demerara sugar and orange segments, Brine and sea spray
- Palate
- Juicy redcurrants and raspberries, Rubber tyres and ashy peat, Chocolate orange and raisins, Brine and seaweed
- Finish
- Medium to long, Liquorice and light pepper, Dusty ashy smoke, Lingering salty peat and sea spray