Whisky Review: FEW Spirits Single Malt Whisky

with a green freshness. I was hoping for a bit more smoke in the nose, but the cohesive nature of the aromatic experience gives thanks for balance regardless. Palate: As soon as this golden liquid hits the tongue, a perceptible balance between viscosity and alcohol burn sets the stage for an intense experience. The ‘green’ element noticed earlier in the nose translates wonderfully in to a leafy, earthy, rind-y mouthfeel which is complimented by a caramel sweetness that also allows the slow burn of 46.5% alcohol to be spread out and tamed. The cherrywood starts to emerge as my palate acclimates to the more intense profile, bringing more of a peat-like astringency than a traditional BBQ-type smoke. Flavors of treacle and Szechuan peppercorn appear in the finish and add a wandering complexity. Final Thoughts & Score/Buy A Bottle: Score:85/100 With the exception of the domination of oak in the aroma, this is a pretty well-put-together whisky, a Scottish-influenced single malt with built-in approachability for the American palate. FEW Spirits Single Malt is a fun sipper and keeps me coming back for new flavors and that warm feeling. Even at one year in oak, the cohesive nature of this product is impressive, which has me curious to try their rye.