When we think of smoking whiskey, the first image that often comes to mind is a robust American Bourbon or an intensely peaty Scotch. However, the art of smoking cocktails isn't just about intensity, but especially about flavor pairing — that search for the perfect balance between spirit and wood.

Today we turn our attention to a refined and subtle choice: apple wood. Sweetish, light, and full of fruity notes, apple smoke is the ideal partner for whiskeys that emphasize elegance rather