Undeniably Ardbeg, though it is noticeably thinner and subdued compared to the committee release side-by-side. Star anise and fennel with loads of vanilla. Slight bay leaf on the palate, a wee bit of salt, but mostly, it’s almost a vanilla bomb if not for the intense char, cinnamon, and heather that push to the surface. Still thick and oily, despite being taken down to 46%. But, to be honest, I’m just disappointed when I compare it with the committee