87 / 100
There is a pleasing balance here between the subdued, earthy peat and the richer dried-fruit and nutty notes. On the palate, soft honey and caramel meet polite spice, fruit and a hint of maritime salinity, keeping the character rounded rather than forceful. The smoky, slightly perfumed finish gives it a clear peated identity, while the restrained nose makes the style seem approachable. A thoughtful choice for someone open to a gentle meeting of sweetness and peat.
Reviewed by cinnamon kettle
- Nose
- Medium-sweet, fresh and rich, Subdued, earthy peat, Dried fruit, date, raisin and nuttiness
- Palate
- Full-bodied, with subtle peatiness and robust richness, Soft honey and caramel, polite spice and fruit, A hint of maritime salinity
- Finish
- Smoky and slightly perfumed, Some heat