The result is an intensely satisfying foray into classic Islay peat
The reduced nose had lime marmalade
49 - Apple olive oil cake
Full term in a 1st fill Oloroso butt pair perfectly with the highland peat
This gentle yet peppery style has become a gateway for many whisky lovers who are intrigued by peat smoke but not yet ready to tackle the bold and aggressive style of whisky produced by distillers further south
Cask No. 135.63 Dried Fruits & Spices The result is an intenselyRobust indeed, this proved a bit too forthright for some Panellists, while others couldn't get enough of it. From a deep bowl of shiitake ramen, our noses feasted on coal dust, crispy seaweed dipped in mezcal, new tyres and pink peppercorns. The palate transported the Panel to a lunch with the team from SMWS Japan, where we enjoyed tempura freshwater eel from a bar in Meguro ku, Tokyo. Grilled halloumi followed, as did a glass of mojito and salt