Smokehead Terminado Tequila Cask Finished, 43%

For this single malt, Smokehead took its flagship whisky and finished it in tequila casks for 6 months. That agave influence isn’t immediately apparent, as the nose is dominated by yeasty aromas, stone fruit, graham cracker crust, lemon-coated apple, and of course, tendrils of peat smoke. The palate is pleasant, if a bit thin, with notes of lemon meringue, black pepper, and berries. There’s not an ounce of heat on the finish, but it’s honeyed and perfectly sippable, especially for those who might be scared of a peated whisky with bite.