TBWC Smogen 8YO 500mL

The nose is fierce and elemental—dense peat smoke, sea brine, and scorched driftwood rise first, followed by a tangy freshness of grapefruit zest, green olives, and pine resin. There’s a salty, Nordic edge to it, balanced by deeper notes of leather, dark toffee, and toasted malt. Hints of charcoal, tar, and iodine swirl beneath the surface, evoking stormy seashores and old fishing boats. On the palate, it’s oily, powerful, and unapologetically smoky. Layers of bonfire ash, smoked bacon, and cracked black pepper dominate, followed by more subtle notes of salted licorice, burnt sugar, and roasted espresso bean. The mid-palate reveals a flash of sweet barley and dried apple, adding structure and sweetness beneath the smoke. The texture is rich and chewy, with robust tannins and coastal minerals. The finish is long, dry, and smoky—embers, oak char, smoked almonds, and a trace of clove and sea spray linger with persistence. The peat fades slowly, leaving a dry, peppery echo and a hint of maritime salinity.