Resting for 16 years in handcrafted oak casks, this edition is finished in first-fill Oloroso sherry casks to impart a subtle fruity nature and roundness to the whisky.
Nose: This single malt from Islay reveals delicate smoke mingling with sea spray, with citrus fruit quickly to the fore. Mouth: The peat is evident, unfurling a dry smoke that envelops orange biscuit flavours. Finis: With its pastry-like texture, is reminiscent of a lemon meringue pie that becomes subtly ashy. A whisky that is both fresh and deeply peaty.
Nose: Introducing itself with a balanced blast of smoke, brine, and sweet oak spice; this batch strength expression of Sound of Sleat has subtle tones of fragrant tobacco, orange barley sugar and touches of apricot and seaweed behind the peat reek.
Palate: A big but elegant whisky: zesty oak spice, bonfire embers and a waxy mouthfeel combine with hints of sweet vanilla, white pepper and a little whiff of oriental smoke.
Finish: Long and elegant with a youthful fiery spirit kick; the lingering well-knit structure comes through in abundance to give spice, capsicum and more than a little coastal nod that leaves you in no two minds of its island origins.
Nose: Mister Peat reveals aromas of peat, smoke and ripe fruit, with a touch of vanilla. Mouth: On the palate, there are notes of cereal, honey and pepper, with a creamy texture and floral nuances. Finish: The finish is long and warm, marked by notes of oak, caramel and dried fruit.
Tasting notes: Honey, citrus and spicy cloves. Sherry and fruitcake, followed by hints of rich dark chocolate and a soothing, enveloping finish.