Mackmyra Äppelblom

Mellow Sweet, cinnamon, vanilla, wood varnish hint for nose; spicy hot taste, almost numbing, acidic

Nose - Gentle sweet brioche, baked apples, hints of cedar wood, toasted almonds, vanilla Taste - Sweet spicy cinnamon/oak heat/tartness, gentle sweet apples, light apple stem/seed/peel bitterness, toasted soft brioche bread Finish - Lingering light cinnamon tingle/warmth, bitter/fruity apple stem/seed/peel lingers Score - 80/100 Final Thoughts - This was overall a very pleasant dram. Nice nose that shows promise, but sadly doesn't quite deliver on the palate. Still very pleasant at first as the Calvados influence is present but not overwhelming/overpowering the base spirit. Sadly there is this fruity bitter aspect that is a bit distracting to the entire experience since all of the flavors in this malt are quite subtle. Overall quite nice, but the bitterness from start to finish gets a bit distracting. Would I drink it if offered? - Yes Would I specifically order it? - Maybe Would I buy a bottle? - Probably not another

Best (read only) Swedish Single Malt I’ve ever had! Earthy and Smokey with fruity overtones (12 Advent19)

Apple and pear are strong, especially in the back end. Fun diversion!

I also smell Apple Jacks. A little harsh and spicy. Sweetness layered in. Improved with second sip.