Associations came thick and fast nosing neat – aromas of a malt silo, malt extract, an oily mechanic-s rag, damp peat smoke, singed pineapple pieces and the list could go on and on. But the first sip took our breath away – massively salty and smoky like Carolina reaper chilli pepper Bombay mix, complete madness.

Water added to the party carbolic soap, plimsolls, cowhide rugs, cowboy boots, firelighters and party crackers. The flavour was now that of a cassoulet, slow cooked mutton, pork skin, smoked streaky bacon, garlic sausages and dried haricot beans – rich, rustic and it certainly warmed us from within.