Drum & Fife leads with a quiet march—steady, earthy, and deep-toned. The nose brings up dust and spice alongside dark red and blue fruit, grounded by a forest-floor edge that adds gravitas. On the palate, spice and cherry take center stage, with tart blackberry and a twist of orange peel keeping things bright. The texture starts off silky before picking up a bit of rustic grip—unpolished in the best way. The finish carries medium-long, leaving behind rhythm and resonance that stays with you long after the glass is empty.