Nose: bolder than the Skye, punching with brine, smoke (woody, not peaty), oak and lemon oil, liquorice. Heady. Palate: figgy, light peat smoke, sweet rich fruit cake, sea salt and black pepper. Finish: syrupy sweetness, ashy spice, bonfire, brine and pipe smoke. Conclusion: overall a far more satisfying scotch than the Skye. In comparison it has really ‘grown into’ the higher ABV. The 10 year is tasty, warming and well balanced, though if you’re used to the Islay peat monsters it may leave you a little unfulfilled. Score: 88