I don’t think i’ve had a Colkegan before. Well, finally will this eve, thanks to @soonershrink , who sent over a generous sample. Colkegan is an American single malt from New Mexico. Uses 30% mesquite smoked malt and ages at an high altitude of 7000 feet. It’s maybe 3 yr old or so, and close to 60% ABV. Nose is incredible—- apples, smoke. Not overpowering smoke, but gentle—-and very different than what you expect typically from Scotland. That 30% is enough to make the presence felt, but not overpowering Palette …oak, and now the mesquite makes an appearance… wow, personally i love the aroma of mesquite, so this is right up my alley. Cinnamon, apples, mesquite This is an incredible American single malt. It doesn’t try to be Scottish, it’s uniquely American. Not sure the cost, but anything less than $100 would be am immediate buy. Thanks again @soonershrink for the pour!