Nose: Honeyed pears come out, along with golden raisins and some baked apple. After this initial impression it gets drier, with a vegetal edge and some aromatic spice.
Palate: Bittersweet, with a firm earthy side and a clear saltiness. Green pepper, hints of roasted agave and ginger, along with savoury elements like tapenade and white pepper. The mezcal influence stands out and even takes over the usually fruity Glen Ord spirit.
Finish: Medium to long, still quite earthy and savoury, with peppery notes, leather and mezcal smoke on top of orchard fruits.