Review #311; Scotch #111: Blackadder Peat Reek Embers 7

This is a release from an undisclosed Islay distillery. It was matured in a Sherry cask and bottled at natural cask strength with no color added and non chill filtered.

ABV: 58%

Nose: Dark Plums, Slight oil, light honey. Heavy Smoke, Blackberries.

Palate: Medium mouthfeel. Rotting fall vegetation, oil, plums and berries. Iodine

Finish: Medium length, warm, Rotting leaves, smoke, iodine. Dark Chocolate and plums.

Rating: 7/10

This is really enjoyable. The Sherry cask plays well with the peated spirit. Delicious another good showing by Blackadder.

1 | Disgusting | So bad I poured it out.

2 | Poor | I wouldn’t consume by choice.

3 | Bad | Multiple flaws.

4 | Sub-par | Not bad, but better exists.

5 | Good | Good, just fine.

6 | Very Good | A cut above.

7 | Great | Well above average

8 | Excellent | Really quite exceptional.

9 | Incredible | An all time favorite

10 | Perfect | Perfect


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