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Very sharp, much better with a splash water

The Horizon is a blend of 10yo grain and single malt whiskeys, matured in ex-Bourbon casks before a finishing period in Barbados rums casks. The nose initially was a not unpleasant mixture of paint and something that reminded me of a science lab (methylated spirits perhaps?). After some time and on subsequent nosing it was easy to pick out lemon and peach. I’m generally not a fan of a rum-finished whiskey as I find that it becomes overly sugary for my tastes (Tullamore DEW XO Caribbean Rum Cask for example). However, while sweet, this retains a peppery kick on the palate and some orange zest and lemon tartness that pulls the needle back from the red zone on the sugar dial. Definitely one I’d try again.

Sweet, slightly bitter finish. Toasted dark sugar. Nice spice. Woody, earthy tones. Pineapple and green apple notes.