Tobermory 10 Year

9/16 @ Block. It was OK but nothing like the 15 yr. Lemony, smooth, but not exciting

Complex, and quite pleasant. To the eye it's peculiarly yellow, which is expected considering it's only been in cask for 10 years, though also pleasant to know it probably lacks E150 coloring. The nose and palate are herbal, like a backyard garden, with the tongue occasionally experiencing a touch of lemon. The finish is a little short and leaves wanting. Overall a fairly-balanced whiskey, and certainly delicious for the affordable price.

This is worth tracking down, especially if you're a fan of coastal/Island whiskies. The nose is complex and quite savory - herbs, a floral note, grass, lemon, salty sea air, a bit of dark baking chocolate. The palate is as delightfully complex as the nose - the herbs and grass lead the way, followed by a tight ribbon of citrus and salt that runs down the center of the flavor profile, with some light vanilla sweetness and dry, crumbly dark chocolate at the end. The mouthfeel is rich and a bit oily. A real humdinger, especially for the fairly reasonable price tag.