Aha this I like. The sample I had of Phenomenonly wasn't in balance this however definitely is. Nearly 3% abv higher but the alcohol balances nicely with the flavour without a drop of water being added. Now this isn't the type of Islay I usually go for as I like a richer more viscous spirit e.g. Talisker, Laphroaig. I thought what does this remind me of..ah yeah Ardbeg and then saw GPs note and was like yeah nailed it :-). Lovely vanilla balance with the peat. I like the Revs 'olive brisket' comment. Haven't heard that one before but it nails it. Water gave it a broader rounder flavour but also weakened some components. Now score... its much better value than Phen but at $120 USD I could get a Cory and a Uggie which I'd rate similar. 4.25 to 4.5 I'll give it.
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@PBMichiganWolverine Yes this is the highest score I've given a CB. Just beats out the spice tree and peat monster. The way CB prices are going though I think this will soon be considered VFM!
@Soba45 great review. If I were a betting man, I’d say this will be a keeper. It’ll go down as one of their best
@LeeEvolved Cheers:-). Yeah I thought it'd cost more than the Phen so I was quite surprised it was cheaper.
Another solid review, Soba. This one is much better than Phenomonololology. Price is more in line, too. Cheers.