Tastes

The nose really draws you in, caramel, spicey rye and bazooka joe bubble gum. The palate hits completely different than the nose though, quite hot, fairly dry and herbal. The heat goes down during the finish and I get oak and leather as it dissapates. You definitely feel the higher ABV on this, and while a little water tones down the heat, I didn't find that it brought out the flavours any further. Definitely interesting but not really my cup of tea when it comes to rye.

Nose is sweet, sticky cinnamon buns. Palate is sweet, caramel apple, and a bit of baking spice. Finish is very smooth, more caramel and some dried fruits. Lasts for a while. This is far superior to the 12, and one of the nicer drams I've had in a while. If you enjoy bourbon and cognac like I do, you'll love this.

It's a rare thing when something actually lives up to the hype. The nose reminded me of other peated malts I've tried already, maybe a little smokier and more iodine. To be honest not necessarily that inviting. The minute this hit my palate though it was fireworks. Sweet and smooth, salty and oily, smokey and somehow also fruity. The finish brings just a little heat, and then a lingering campfire, ocean mist. To me this is more complex and refined as a 10 year than much older offerings I've had.

Crisp apple and a little peppery on the nose. Apple, pear and plum on the palate. Finish is decently long. Hot and peppery. This is my first venture into Japanese whisky, and it feels like a good place to start. Total opposite end of the spectrum from something with a lot of charred oak or peat.

Whale oil beef hooked, it's actually alright neat. I guess there's a reason Jenna named herself after this afterall.