Nose: The ABV is immediately obvious but not overbearing. A lovely sweet BBQ smoke and smoked meats, berry and tropical fruit sweetness, green apple skin and honey-soaked mango. It’s one hell of a nose and not for the faint-hearted! I love it!
Palate: A very pleasant mouthfeel. Not hugely oily but a definite viscosity. Huge ABV spice hit, almost fizzy. The tropical fruits persist from the nose, along with BBQ, white pepper, a bitterness that I’m not fond of and sweet pastries.
Once I’ve acclimated to the ABV spices, there’s a more buttery element, which is reassuring., more fruit pie and custard (albeit it spiked with spices and smoked).
Finish: Medium to long. Those tropical fruits, spices and some chilli heat. The last element to fade completely is the fruits.