The nose is equal parts gentle and aggressive simultaneously. Gentle honey and heather mingle smartly with a noticeable 46% ABV and classic Islay peat, that is strong with maritime influence, plus subtle oak vanillin. Not terribly complex, but perfectly pleasant. The juxtaposition of the sweet and smoky elements on the palate is far less harmonious than the nose. It starts off rather sweet, transitioning from golden syrup to almost a caramel, then it becomes peppery hot. Stone fruit in the way of nectarine and apricot is briefly detected, followed by a certain copper-nickel metallic note, and a medicinal sooty smoke. The body is on the lighter side of medium, with few if any legs presenting in the glass after a quick recession leaving behind a few droplets here and there. The somewhat long finish is just challenging enough to be intriguing without being overbearing. Plenty of peat hangs on beside a bit of briny seaweed and bitter iodine underlaid with citrus peels and pith served up in a wooden bowl. Aroma: 8 Taste: 7 Body: 6 Finish: 7