Isle of Skye 12 Year

Smoky Earthy Light burn

Never had a blended scotch that was this peaty before...

Carmel hints and very smooth

Rounded Oak and a light smoke. Deeper flavor with some vanillas and general caramel notes poking through. Small amount of spice on the pallet, baking spices. Descent bit of lingering oils on the pallet. Fresh citrus but wish there was more, citrus is sort of bitter on the back end like its more of the peel than the fruit. Added a touch of water and it killed the bitter and spice a bit for me which was nice. More of the highland pops out. Solid drinker. Not amazing.

Color is amber. Nose starts with mild peat smoke. Sifting through the peat, layers of fruit and vanilla appear. Finally, notes of malt appear. First sip is creamy in texture, with mild peat smoke and spice, with vanilla and subtle dried fruit in the background. On further sips, notes of milk chocolate are apparent. Finish is short, with the peat and a little fruit just barely lingering. Overall, nothing amazing, and definitely could use more finish, but for the price, this is a solid value.

Pretty nice little blend. I get some vanilla on the nose. The palate has a bit of vanilla, a decent amount of coastal briny influence, maybe a hint of coffee/chocolate. A little bit of caramel, and just touch of wood. It's got a peppery bite as well. It's a decent and perfectly drinkable whiskey for the price.