Rozelieures Tourbé Collection

Nose: Lemon juice, herbal cigarettes, brine, peach, apricot, fruity-cereal notes, honey, vanilla, and a faint aroma of wood smoke. A notably crisp and sweet aroma. Palate: A sweet, light initial taste with a hint of smoke. Stewed fruits, vanilla, fresh oysters (surprisingly!), honey, and some mild earthy notes as it progresses. A very pleasing, light texture – vibrant but not watery. Finish: Medium to long. Fruity, sweet, and peaty with a lingering sweet smoky aftertaste. This is one of the more distinctive malts I've encountered. It's crisp, light, and fruity overall, but despite its bright profile, it doesn't have a strong spirituous character. Initially, I wasn't impressed, but my appreciation grew over time. It shares many similarities with Lagavulin 8 Year Old – that same citrus/smoke profile and a bright yet assertive body. The color is very pale, reminding me somewhat of certain sweet, bright, young cask-strength Highland Park expressions. Upon first tasting, one might question if there's any peat influence at all. It is present, but it's a sweet, gentle smoke, more akin to mild aromatic pipe tobacco than oily peat, and it's overshadowed by the citrus fruit notes. This is definitely not a peat-heavy whisky by any means. Even though this is labeled as the 'tourbé' (meaning 'peaty') expression, I suggest setting aside any thoughts of peat when tasting it and approach it with an open mind. In that context, it will initially present as a light, fruity malt, but gradually the smoky elements will become apparent. It's a more than satisfactory malt, and considering the price, it offers good value. Rating: "Good" – 83/100 (3.5 stars)

“The messy break up” It's as if a previously amicable Irish pot still developed a spiteful grudge against you. Could be mistaken for an 8-12yo but no age is stated Aroma: (Immediately after pouring) solvent and sweet, fresh tobacco. Allow to sit in glass for 5-10 minutes Add 1 teaspoon of water Médicinal / vanilla Something fresh and herbal, dark in the background Baked zucchini? Earthy, mossy note Light Irish toffee Sweet barley (typical of Irish pot still) Lemon juice Floral Entry: Gentle with minimal spice Similar to a concentrated white wine Syrupy texture Subtle peat influence Toffee Development: Sour.... grapefruit pith Lemon zest The grainy barley is very noticeable Finish: Lingering and dry Clove Warm, sour, dry. A great value for a very distinctive whiskey I approve!

This producer once again offers a fine Peated Whisky with this version. However, I still prefer the unpeated one.

Peaty, but not excessively so; a rich fruity character emerges after the smoke.

A decent French spirit, similar to langatun