Tastes

Very pleasant and easy to drink. Similar flavour to the Glenfiddich Fire and Cane with possibly a little bit more substance. I think sweet smoke is bang on here. Very nice salty smoke just being tempered by a sweetness on the nose. Gentle smoke and tropical fruit on the palate. Short finish.

Just a bit plain, not much depth. Typical honey and vanilla on the nose. Light mouthfeel with the same flavours on the palate. Middle of the road for me.

You can’t beat the price. I feel like this is an imitation Laphroaig 10. The nose is damp earth and hay with a little sweet fruit in the back. Palate is a little thin at first but becomes oily as you hold it. Rich smouldering smoke and earthy notes. The finish is quite short with a lick of leather. £17.49 in ALDI in the UK. For the price, it’s fantastic. It’s not Laphroaig 10 or any of the top end Islay whiskies but it is lovely.