In this 2023 edition, they have used 100% ex-Bourbon 1st fill casks, stored at the top of their warehouses. The heat, faster maturation and older distillate combine to give a result and a nice improvement on last year's edition.
Lochlea Distillery is an independent single malt distillery based at Lochlea Farm in the heart of Ayrshire. Run by renowned and former Laphroaig distillery manager John Campbell, the family farm grows and harvests its own barley, ensuring complete traceability from field to bottle - the only stage of production not currently carried out on the farm is malting, although this will probably soon be the case.
Historically, Lochlea is the only distillery where Robert Burns actually lived and worked on the farm from 1777 to 1784.
Nose: sweetened oat flakes, aromas of vanilla and coconut, behind it spicy American oak Palate: clearly walnuts and almonds, then fresh notes of apricots, coconuts and vanilla Finish: medium-long finish - again the nuts and apricots - above all light hints of oak and vanilla
Nose: Tomatin Cask Strength reveals intense notes of ripe fruit, honey and spice, with a touch of vanilla. Feel: On the palate, this Scottish single malt reveals itself to be powerful and warm, with flavors of dried fruit, caramel and oak. Finish: The finish is long and spicy, leaving notes of black pepper and burnt wood on the palate.
Nose: Compass Box Flaming Heart reveals notes of smoke, dried fruit and vanilla, for an intense, bewitching first impression. Feel: On the palate, this whisky reveals itself balanced with flavors of caramel, pepper and spice, offering a rich, creamy texture. Finish: The finish is long and warm, leaving notes of oak, peat and ripe fruit on the palate, for an unforgettable taste experience.