Perfect balance of smoky and sweet without being overpowering. Similar in flavor profile to Talisker 10 but stepped up. A fresh bottle is definitely more smoke-forward but after it’s had a chance to mellow it develops into a rich and complex whisky. I think 11 years is a sweet spot for lagavulin - rounded at the edges but not muted like the 16. Nose: citrus, oak, peat Palate: brine, fresh fruits, smoke Finish: caramel, smoke, orange zest