Thomson Whisky Manuka Smoke ‘Full Noise’ NZ Single Malt Whisky 55.3%abv 30ml
Thomson Whisky Manuka Smoke ‘Full Noise’ NZ Single Malt Whisky 55.3%abv 30ml
Nose: Maple syrup and floral jasmine with a zing of something new
Palate: Buttery mouthfeel and delicious nuttiness at first then a more a burnt caramel tone appears. There is a faint subtle smokiness that is all new to me.
Finish: A long and interesting finish the sweetness of the palate fades quickly, but a pleasant campfire smoke mingles with white pepper lingers long into the night!
There are certainly smoky notes here that are familiar, yet foreign. It’s got smoke – but it’s certainly a smokiness that I haven’t quite come across before. Much sweeter than peat without the mustiness peat often presents as. And it comes across more in the palate and finish than it does in the nose. It’s a new flavour for me – and it’s delicious!