This is the first bottling (First Crop) of the 'Harvest Edition'. It is the second bottling in an annual series of limited bottlings, following Lochlea's 'Sowing Edition'. The whisky was aged in Port Hogsheads, Oloroso Sherry Butts and first-fill ex-Bourbon casks. Like all Lochlea whiskies, it is neither chill-filtered nor colored. The ash-gray and coral-red label reflects summer sunsets and the Ayrshire soil, which changes color to a deep red hue once the barley is harvested.
Lochlea Distillery is an independent single malt distillery based at Lochlea Farm in the heart of Ayrshire. Run by renowned 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: Six Isles n.a. whisky reveals peaty, marine aromas typical of Scotland's Islay region. Feel: On the palate, this blended malt reveals notes of smoke, salt and spice, characteristic of Islay whiskies. Finish: The finish of Six Isles n.a. is long and persistent, leaving peaty, saline flavors on the palate.
A versatile, smooth and easy-drinking whisky, with a good balance of sweet and dry notes and a medium-length finish. This 12-year-old single malt whisky is surprisingly rich and sherried, with notes of baked fruits, spices and chocolate.
Machir Bay has a lovely balance of vanilla, smoky caramel and rich fruitiness, each contributing to complexity and combining to create a truly unique Islay drama.
Nose: Ben Nevis 10 Year Old reveals aromas of ripe fruit, honey and vanilla, with a hint of smoke.
Feel: On the palate, this Highland single malt offers flavors of dried fruit, caramel and spice, with lovely complexity and a creamy texture.
Finish: The finish of Ben Nevis 10 Year Old is long and warm, leaving notes of oak, candied fruit and honey on the palate. A balanced, flavorful whisky that will delight single malt enthusiasts.
