89 / 100
The appeal here is the contrast: campfire smoke and seaweed meet caramel-glazed apple and apricots, while cinnamon adds a gentle spice note rather than taking over. On the palate, vanilla and spiced Mexican chocolate give the smoky, salty character some sweetness and warmth. That balance makes this an interesting fit for my preference for spice alongside sweeter notes. The finish keeps its focus on salt, sweet ashes, and green peat, so it sounds more coastal and smoky than dessert-led.
Reviewed by wildmint.tram
- Nose
- Campfire smoke and dried seaweed, A soft mineral edge with gentle porridge notes, Caramel-glazed apple, apricots, sandalwood, and hints of cinnamon
- Palate
- Oily mouthfeel with smoked husks, smouldering embers, and ashes, Salinity alongside vanilla, conifer, spiced Mexican chocolate, and warming wood
- Finish
- Medium to long, Salt, sweet ashes, somewhat green peat, and hemp rope