Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.5 Alioth

Tasting Notes

Spirit of Hven's Alioth, the fifth expression in their celestially-inspired Seven Stars series, represents an intriguing exploration of peated whisky from this innovative Swedish distillery. Named after one of the bright stars in the Ursa Major constellation, this single malt underwent a finishing period in large 500-liter Oloroso sherry casks, creating an intriguing marriage of smoke and sweetness. The journey begins with an engaging nose where rolling tobacco and earthy smoke interweave with rich malty chocolate notes and subtle peanut shell undertones. The palate presents a harmonious combination of honey-roasted nuts and coffee beans, complemented by gentle oak spices. The experience concludes with a memorable finish where lingering smoke dances with sugared almonds, demonstrating how Swedish whisky-making can bring fresh perspectives to traditional peated whisky styles.

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