Scott_E
Reviewed
November 5, 2016 (edited December 31, 2019)
Smoke and toffee/caramel sweetness up front on the nose, but not as strong as the 10 year. Behind that are hints of vanilla and honey sweetness. Medium bodied. Smoke arrives immediately on the palate with oak and black pepper spiciness, salt with a touch of vanilla. The smoke makes its way to the finish and much further, leaving a cigar-rich palate, mixed nuts and oak, brine/salt and a touch of mint. A splash of water lessens the burn and increases the sweetness. Quite satisfying but I think 10 year is my preference, but this is nice one for the collection. [Dry Glass: Saw dust and vanilla][87/100][11/5/16]