Smokehead is an Islay Single malt from Ian MacLeod. There is no age statement. Thanks to @ Pudge72 for the reviewed sample Records the default button state of the corresponding category & the status of CCPA. It works only in coordination with the primary cookie. Smokehead's core expression, simply called Smokehead, delivers a rich and powerful sensory experience. On the nose, it presents a rush of peat smoke and briny sea air, intermingled with hints of iodine and tar, invoking the rugged landscape of its Scottish island home. The palate does not shy away from power; it bursts with a fiery peatiness, complemented by notes of spice, citrus, and a touch of sweetness, like caramel and vanilla, to balance the intensity. The finish is long, smoky, and deeply satisfying, leaving a lasting impression that calls for another sip. Extending beyond the core expression, Smokehead has released a range of whiskies that explore different aspects of peat and malt. The High Voltage variant amps up the intensity even more, offering a whisky that is richer, oilier, and even more potent, living up to its electrifying name. For those who appreciate a bit of nuance with their smoke, there is the Sherry Bomb, a peated malt matured in Oloroso sherry casks, which infuses the smoky spirit with dried fruits, chocolate, and a hint of nuttiness, proving that peat and sweetness can coexist beautifully.

The nose is almost creamy and very peaty. Very spicy too. An exotic mix of seaweeds, lime, sherry, caramel and a smouldering hearth. But unfortunately, I also get something of blue cheese that seems out of place. To make the ginger syrup: Add the water, sugar and ginger to a saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar. Once the liquid boils and the sugar dissolves, remove the pan from the heat and steep for 15 minutes. Strain and allow to cool. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks in the fridge. We deliver to a number of international destinations including the USA. Please use the 'Change Location' link above for an estimate in your local currency or find out more about international delivery This cookie is set by Rubicon Project to control synchronization of user identification and exchange of user data between various ad services. Unless mandatory applicable law provides otherwise, your use of and membership to the Service are exclusively governed by Dutch law. We shall first try to settle any dispute over a dram of whisky. Disputes that cannot be settled over multiple drams of whisky shall be solely submitted to the court of Amsterdam, The Netherlands unless mandatory applicable law provides otherwise.Taste: very crisp in the mouth, too, with the taste of smoke almost stronger than the smoke in the nose; effective and strong translation of the nose flavours. Water dilutes and brings out bitterness The Service has been prepared by us solely for information purposes to Members and the Service is based on information we consider reliable and we obtain the contents of the Service from a number of different third party sources (including Contributions), but we do not endorse, support, represent, warrant or guarantee the completeness, truthfulness, accuracy, or reliability of the Services and any information therein.

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Smokehead also engages its audience with limited releases that capture the imagination, such as the Rum Rebel, which finishes its life in Caribbean rum casks, adding tropical sweetness to its smoky soul. These innovative expressions not only provide variety but also demonstrate Smokehead’s commitment to experimentation and flavour exploration.Without prejudice to the section Liability below, the Service may be temporarily unavailable during maintenance, updates, etc. We shall make reasonable efforts to inform you of any unavailability due to maintenance or updates.

Our Service is an online platform which provides Members with information (e.g. bottle facts, market-indices, market values and prices) on (mostly) whisky and allows Members to add information to the platform. We do not sell, nor does the Service provide any option to buy, any alcoholic products. Thoughts: A salty Islay dram, perhaps not as smoky as the name would suggest, but a satisfying blast of the famous whisky island nevertheless. Reasonably affordable, though perhaps would have delivered a little better at 46% rather than 43. Nothing in the Terms shall exclude or limit our liability for fraudulent misrepresentation or for death or personal injury resulting from gross negligence or willful misconduct by us. No partnership, joint venture, agency, or employment relationship is created as a result of your use of the Service. If any provision of these Terms is held invalid, the remainder of the Terms shall continue in full force and effect.The Smokehead Extra Rare can be found in travel retail (although quite a few retailers carry this as well) and is bottled by MacLeod Distillers. The Islay distillery is kept secret. Some say it is Lagavulin, others claim it to be Ardbeg. Might as well be Caol Ila. Who knows? Each and every Member must be of legal drinking age in its country of residence to be allowed to use the Service. If no such law exists in a Member’s country of residence, the Member has to be over 21 years old to use the Service. We have the right to ask you to provide proof of your age and/or to provide further identification to prevent underage usage and/or for any other legal or legitimate purpose. By using the Service, and by creating an account you represent, warrant and confirm that you are of legal age. Whatever the story is behind the whisky itself, the Smokehead brand has met with considerable success and the range has grown to include ‘High Voltage’ bottled at 58%, ‘Sherry Bomb’ bottled at 48% and a travel retail exclusive ‘Extra Rare’ that I reviewed here.