Age: -
Alcohol ABV: 50%
Bottle Size: 70cl
Description: Scottish Barley - Heavily Peated
Distillery: Bruichladdich
Region: Islay
Vintage: 2011
Year Bottled: -
The heavily peated malt for this new dram has been created from harvests brought home from three Islay farms, by Raymond and his farming colleagues Neil Mclellan and Raymond Fletcher.
The resulting rich, aromatic Port Charlotte wash was trickle distilled in our Victorian stillhouse during 2011.
Moving forward Bruichladdich now have 19 farmers who have made the commitment to grow for us and to whom we are equally committed.
Nose: A whirlwind of vibrant aromas burst from the glass, an earthy tarred peat smoke. Vanilla pods, creamed coconut and chocolate speak of the American oak maturation. The combinations of aromas intertwine and jostle for attention.
Palate: Hints of salt reinforce the coastal feel. Dry smoke, salted caramel and apple sauce. Then lemon drops, boiled sweets and ground white pepper. The smoke is light on the palate, tar and charcoal rather than medicinal phenols.
Finish: Tar and brine, peat smoke and salt, coconut and tobacco. Close your eyes and the smoke takes you to an Islay beach with a driftwood bonfire.