Smokehead Sherry Cask Blast Lowlands with citrus (mandarin) predominant

with citrus (mandarin) predominant

a faint hint of tangy orange and an enticing sweetness

was the first release from independent bottler Character of Islay Whisky Company

Distilled in August 1975 and bottled on 25 April 2006

Smokehead Sherry Cask Blast Lowlands with citrus (mandarin) predominantDESCRIPTION Smokehead is a heavily peated single malt from an undisclosed Islay distillery. Matured in ex Oloroso sherry casks. Bottled at 48%. (Bottle size 750ml) TASTING NOTES Nose: Thick peat, then a fruitier, creamier feel with soft rich oak, soothing custard and vanilla. Palate: Oily black smoke, with a rich, heavy mouthcoating peaty feel. Then along comes a sweet sticky flavour of barbecued banana, tangy sultanas and dried fruits. Finish: The