Artesia Single Malt, 45%

This elegant French single malt is floral, subtle, and a joy to sip. The nose gracefully rises from the glass with potpourri, apple juice, and honeyed grains. Throughout the nose there’s a subtle hint of oak and vanilla sweetness. The palate turns fruiter, with tropical pineapple and mango interleaved with apples and pears. The oak is extremely subdued with each sip, presenting as a mild toasted bitterness and over-steeped tea. The finish is soft and light with mild oakiness.