Telex
Reviewed
October 5, 2017 (edited April 16, 2019)
The tide is high, but I'm holdin' on... Man, LeeEvolved was right with the surprising sweet notes on this cask strength (lovely) quarter cask. I have to say though, I am in love with this glencairn. Tropical fruits and a huge ton of mint! Just use a couple drops of water on this guy. Respect that strength! That lovely briny smokiness that brings a vision of a campfire on a beach. The palate, to me, is that extremely familiar quarter cask flavor I just can't get enough of from Laphroaig. The finish is a medium to long scorched earthy ash mixed with some lingering oranges and dried apricots. I appreciate the oakiness, and thankfully, it's not overwhelming here. This kind of dram is right up my alley! It's a 4.5!