Kilchoman Sanaig, named after an inlet on Islay's rugged Atlantic coast, is a cuvee matured in both sherry and bourbon casks. The high proportion of Oloroso casks gives it a balance of dried fruit, dark chocolate and rich peat smoke.
Nose: Tomintoul's Old Ballantruan 15 Year Old whisky offers subtle aromas of smoke, honey and dried fruit, typical of single malts from Scotland's Speyside region. Feel: On the palate, this whisky proves balanced with notes of peat, caramel and vanilla, offering a rich, complex texture. Finish: The finish of Old Ballantruan 15 Year Old is long and warm, leaving lingering notes of smoke and ripe fruit on the palate.
Nose: Rock Island is a Scottish vatted malt from the Highlands. Its nose reveals aromas of peat, sea salt and dried fruit. Feel: On the palate, this whisky offers notes of cereal, vanilla and smoke, with a smooth, creamy texture. Finish: Rock Island's finish is long and enveloping, leaving saline and peppery flavors on the palate.
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: Glentauchers Decadent Drams 19 yo reveals fruity notes of caramelized apples and ripe pears, accompanied by subtle aromas of oak and vanilla. Feel: On the palate, this whisky reveals intense flavors of tropical fruits, honey and sweet spices, with a velvety texture and nuances of nuts and caramel. Finish: The finish is long and warm, giving way to notes of dark chocolate, roasted coffee and dried fruit for a rich, balanced conclusion.
'Beautiful contrasting influences of sherry maturation and bourbon cask finesse and Islay peat smoke.' Robin Bignal, production manager.