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: Glendullan Singleton 14 Year Old reveals notes of ripe fruit, honey and vanilla. Feel: On the palate, this whisky reveals flavors of dried fruit, caramel and toasted oak. Finish: The finish is long and warm, with hints of walnut and cinnamon.
Nose: Smooth and lively. Notes of pure sea air, crystalline salt and seaweed. Light notes of oak and vanilla, followed by a hint of dried herbs, fruit, all supported by a very light thread of smoke.
Mouth: Beautiful texture, thick and creamy. Fruity and sweet, with notes of orange and lemon, a touch of creamy vanilla, a pinch of sea salt and a hint of lightly peppery, woody spices.
Finish: Medium-bodied, it finishes on sweet spices.
Nose: Strathisla Hart 10 Year Old CS reveals rich aromas of ripe fruit, vanilla and oak. Feel: On the palate, this single malt reveals notes of toffee, spice and dried fruit, with a touch of honey. Finish: The finish is long and warm, leaving lingering flavors of fruit and grain on the palate.
Nose: Subtle aromas of smoky peat, vanilla and tropical fruit emerge delicately from the glass. Mouth: On the palate, powerful notes of caramel, black pepper and dark chocolate mingle with hints of sea salt and liquorice. Finish: The finish is long and intense, leaving a warm sensation of smoke and dried fruit on the palate.
Nose: Sweet red apple, pear, marzipan and elegant vanilla notes.
Mouth: Vanilla beans, orchard fruit and almond oil.
Finish: Medium-length with a raisin note (pinewood).