Pale gold

A beautiful, sumptuous but curious mix of tarry smoke, Ardbeg ice cream and black pepper. Some green leafy herbal top notes are then discovered in the form of fennel and basil. A splash of water releases sweet toffee, popcorn and buttery oak, but always anchored by Ardbeg's sooty, tarry smoke.

An intense peppery, 'fizzy' mouthfeel gives way to rich flavors of liquorice, marzipin, toasted rye bread, charcoal and peppermint. The harmonious integrated flavor lingers, with more creamy vanilla, sweet notes, and a dash op spice.

Long and lingering, but quite gentle, almost smoothing, with more coal tar, aniseed and smokey butter.