Ledaig and Tobermory 2024 18 Year Old - Living Souls

Smell

The first impression: earthy, cold smoke, as if a burnt-out campfire had been left on a damp meadow. This is joined by spicy heather and old forest honey, which gives the fragrance a pleasant depth. There are subtle flashes of vanilla and a hint of ripe apple in the background. Interestingly, there is even a subtle hint of camembert - an unusual but exciting detail.

Taste

The attack is creamy and gentle, almost surprisingly soft. Maritime notes resonate, accompanied by lemongrass and a subtle freshness. The smoke is present, but rather restrained - not the rough peaty club, but a subtle, ashy veil. A slight rubbery note comes through, reminiscent of young Islay whiskies, but it remains in the background. Some tequila-like spice and sea salt round off the experience.

Finish

The finish is of medium length and again shows the typical ashy notes of a mature Ledaig. There are also gentle oak tones and a subtle aftertaste of apple and pear.