Tasting notes:

Colour: Mahogany.

Nose: Dark ripe plums, roasted nuts, even stewed pears emerge from the glass. The longer the glass stands, the more the smoke notes come out. Smoked ham and liquorice does not seem an ideal combination, but in the glass they go together perfectly.

Taste: Thick, creamy, dry peppery start that turns into a sweet character. Give this whisky some time and space in your mouth and all the flavours from sticky toffee pudding to apple syrup will become fully present. Liquorice again and even a hint of salmiac.

Finish: Once you’ve tasted the salmiac, it’s almost impossible to get it out of your mouth. In addition to the smokiness, a sweet pepper (peppadew) lingers nicely.

Overall: Patience is rewarded. If you take a little time for this glass, you will be rewarded with wonderful aromas and great flavours. Smoke and liquorice are the key words.