Bruichladdich The Laddie 8 Years Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Volume: 700ml          ABV: 50%          Age: 8 Years Old         Country: Scotland

Built in 1881 when puffer-supplied coal was available as an alternative fuel to local peat, it is likely that Bruichladdich was specifically designed to produce the purest unpeated spirit possible. The great Alfred Barnard supports this view with a tantalising clue – the Laddie is the only distillery on Islay that he does not describe as drying its malt using peat in his fascinating exploration of the island’s distilleries in 1885. Falling on hard times with whisky demand low and plenty of surplus then owners Invergorden shut the distillery down in 1995. Re-opening again in 2001 it was sold to Remy Cointreau in 2012 which started to invest heavily to refurbish the distillery. An onsite maltings is currently being built at the distillery to allow for a 100% Islay grown, malted, distilled and matured spirit.

This single malt Scotch has been crafted by Head Distiller Adam Hannett who’s aim was to capture the distilleries maritime and floral notes in their whisky. Originally created for the Travel Retail Market this whisky uses mainly ex Bourbon barrels to create a wonderful sweet citrus aroma and fresh vibrant palate.

Our Tasting Notes

Nose: The floral notes are of thyme and flowering heather, citrus blossom and freshly baked lemon sponge cake.

Palate: Fresh citrus notes of lemon marmalade, salted caramel and ripe orchard fruits. Hints of strawberry shortcake and raspberry laces.

Finish: More thyme and heather with freshly cut grass and honey sweetness and sea breeze.