Wayne Gretzky 99 Double Oaked

On the nose, this one is a vanilla bomb. Like a trip to a Caribbean Island where real vanilla is sold everywhere. Overwhelming to the extent that all other notes are muted. On the palate, the vanilla is forefront followed by a muted note of caramel and a hint of clove spice. The finish is fleeting, with a gentle linger of vanilla and smoke. I think the low proof creates a smooth crushable pour, but also harms the overall impression of this one as a higher proof would allow the flavors to linger and perhaps more of the slighter hidden notes to come forward. For a double oaked whisky, there is no trace of oak. Overall I am not terribly pleased with this offering and would recommend the Red Cask above this one. Nose: 1.5/5 Palate: 1.5/5 Total Rating 1.5/5 Repurchase: No