This is the first single malt cask strength whisky in the Lochlea distillery's standard range. It was created by Distillery Manager and Master Blender John Campbell (ex Laphroaig), who took up his post in November 2021. Two different types of cask are used: First fill ex-Bourbon and ex-sherry Oloroso casks. The use of these casks gives 'Lochlea cask Strength' additional, powerful aromas of vanilla, caramel, flowers and dried fruit compared to the standard version. The result is a deep, round flavor profile. The product undergoes no coloring or cold filtering.
Producer Lochlea Distillerie
Brand Cask Strength
Origin Scotland / Lowlands
Barley(S) provenance and type Undisclosed
Tourbage 0 ppm
Maturation(s) First fill ex-.Bourbon and Oloroso sherry
Nose: Woody notes, apples, pears with a touch of caramel Mouth: Dry, powerful, spicy notes with a hint of oak and fruity Sherry. Finish: Surprisingly smooth given its high alcohol content, harmonious hint of smoke .
Nose: Rich aromas of cereals, dried fruit and smoky notes. Mouth: A palette of flavors ranging from honey to chocolate, with a touch of spice and ripe fruit. Finish: A long, warm finish, leaving notes of vanilla and smoky oak 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: Intense fragrance of ripe peach and honeysuckle with floral notes of violet and lavender. The counterpart to this perfect balance is conveyed by sweet, spicy notes reminiscent of vanilla, coconut and charred oak.
Mouth: voluminous and almost thick in texture. Aromas of honey, butterscotch and fresh fruit emerge, followed by sweet porridge and toasted oak.
Finish: Woody and spicy, reminiscent of tropical fruit. A hint of leather and beeswax.
Nose: Fruit punch, cigar notes, coffee beans.
Mouth: Typical fruity character for Lochlea (fruit, nut and cereal flavors), Brazil nuts.