Matured in bourbon and refill American oak barrels, the nose presents baked apple, salted caramel, macadamia nut, toasted oak, and rich vanilla cream topped by nutmeg and cracked black pepper. A deliciously creamy mouthfeel with flavors of vanilla, honey, golden syrup, lemon zest, egg custard tarts, and a hint of gingerbread. Smooth and spicy finish, with sweet oak, vanilla, and a touch of citrus. It’s a polished whisky.
92 points, Jonny McCormick, Whisky Advocate (Spring 2025)
This Campbeltown single malt has a topaz hue and crème brûlée scent. The palate is mildly smoky and drying, showing espresso, vanilla, leather and cigar wrapper, plus a baking spice finish. Water pulls out a fudgy undertone, overall it's still relatively oaky and dry.
90 points, Kara Newman, Wine Enthusiast (Dec 2017)