Meikle Tòir, which means 'great aspiration', represents the seasonal production of peated whisky that Billy Walker and his team at GlenAllachie began in 2018. Using continental peat from St Fergus, around 100,000 liters of spirit are produced in around six weeks a year. Meikle Tòir production begins with a long fermentation period of 160 hours - almost three times the industry average - and produces a fruity, ester-rich whisky.
Producer GlenAllachie Distillery Brand Meikle Tòir The Sherry One Origin Scotland / Speyside Provenance and type of barley(S) Undisclosed Tourbage 35 ppm Maturation(s) American ex-Bourbon oak casks, Then, puncheons of PX & Oloroso Sherry Alcohol: 48.0% Specifications: No chill filtration or colorants outturn Not communicated
Nose: Ardbeg 19-year-old Traigh Bhan Btn°7 reveals the smoky, peaty notes characteristic of Ardbeg distillery, with hints of vanilla and dried fruit. Feel: On the palate, this single malt offers a smooth texture with flavors of smoke, caramel, tropical fruit and sweet spices. Finish: The finish is long and warm, marked by notes of peat, pepper and dark chocolate.
Nose: A combination of malty notes, barley husks and smoked peanut skins with burnt toast, smoked raspberries and blackcurrant. There’s a hint of antiseptic as well, accompanied by burlap and just a tinge of cordite.
Taste: Charred meat, a hint of spent matches and cherry liqueur, as well as cured meats and black pepper. Touches of redcurrants and fresh rubber, as well as streaky bacon, wood smoke and smoke paprika powder.
Finish: Medium to long. More pepper, decent salinity and definitely more rubber
Nose: Aberfeldy Equinox & Solstice 10 Year Old reveals subtle aromas of honey, dried fruit and sweet spices. Feel: On the palate, this whisky reveals notes of ripe fruit, creamy vanilla and toasty oak. Finish: The finish is long and balanced, with hints of toffee, walnut and black pepper.
Nose: Pungent, oily, spicy molasses notes envelop creosote and smoky herbs. Roasted apples and raisins reveal a softer underside. With water, eucalyptus and menthol appear, while fennel and pine follow.
Mouth: Surprisingly balanced, the sizzling palate leads to peat smoke, coffee gruel and currants. Sweet lemon balm mingles with smoky tangerines, followed by a lively, smoky taste.
Finish: A long, sinuous finish brings subtle notes of vanilla and smoked butter.
Nose: Bunnahabhain Equinox & Solstice 11 Year Old reveals subtle aromas of peat, dried fruit and honey. Feel: On the palate, there are notes of cereal, vanilla and ripe fruit, with a light iodine touch characteristic of Islay whiskies. Finish: The finish is long and warm, giving way to woody and spicy nuances, for a tasting full of character.
