Maclean's Nose

Nose: A rich opening of toffee and candied apple, lifted by bright citrusy orange and grounded in mellow oak. Palate: Lively and briny with a gentle smokiness, balanced by warming barrel spice. Finish: Short, but leaves a fleeting impression of subtle sweetness and lingering smoke.

Citrus, ginger, honey, pepper, caramel, peat. Really solid blend for $30.

Nose: citrus, biscuit, a bit of smoke, warming spices, caramel Palate: spicy upfront, getting pungent and smoky towards finish, salty Finish: sweet and salty, smoky, pungent, bitterness, mineral