A fruity and meaty nose initially with wine gums and honey glazed ham.  Earthy notes are found alongside aniseed, fried mackerel skins, fabric elastoplast and germolene.  Smoke is present but be prepared as something much bigger than anticipated is lurking... As you take your first sip the full wrath of this peat monster is unleashed, singeing the tongue with hot charcoal and lavender ash.  This adolescent beast can be tamed by adding water, bringing out heather, gorse and a light soapiness but the meaty notes - now mussels and spare ribs are long-lasting.  Salty and ashy with soy sauce on the palate from this usually mild Islay malt.