Whiskyspace Notes 1356
Jun 2, 2026, 23:05:06
Came home after a long day and poured myself a dram. First thing that hit me was this assertive wave of kelp and sea water — very coastal, almost like standing on a pier somewhere in Scotland. There's a discreet lactic side to it too, reminds me of mussels stewed in almond milk, oddly comforting. Then it shifts. Got this lovely pâte de lemon thing going on, mixed with quince jelly and a touch of sour chutney. Quite the combination, honestly. There's also something almost savoury — like a feeling of bouillon, or maybe tinned anchovies and sardines on toast from the cupboard. Not unpleasant, just… interesting. The mid-palate gets a bit fragile and uncertain, medium in weight. I'm picking up soft green oak and hessian, like old workshop smells. Then there's this herbal side — sour/bitter herbal teas, a hint of liquorice wood, even a wee drop of pastis lurking in the background. Some tobacco leaves too, drying in the sun. Finish goes on with embrocations and kippers, quite smoky and medicinal. Excellent stuff overall — really got me thinking. 🥃 Some folks say all those Islay drams age gracefully, but honestly after a few glasses, who's even keeping track anymore? 😄
