Bunnahabhain 12 Years Old Feis Ile 2016 Moine PX Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
Volume: 700ml ABV: 54.6% Age: 12 Years Old Country: Scotland
The spirit was filled into what I expect was ex-bourbon casks (not stated) in January 2004 and kept in warehouse number 7. This is a sea-facing warehouse at Bunnahabhain where they matured for 9 years. Then the spirit was placed into Pedro Ximenez casks for an additional 3 year period before being bottled at 54.6% strength for the Feis Ile.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose: Freshly baked shortbread of all things including a bit of sweetness. Camp fire embers slowly fading away as is the light smoke and dirty vanilla. Old oranges that have lost their sparkle, a measure of sea salt and thyme. The PX cask has injected a light layer of brown sugar, raisins, cranberries and that extra dimension.
Taste: Raisins again with a hint of sweet raspberry freshness. An enjoyable texture, very pleasurable a little more classy than a staple Bunnahabhain. Coffee beans, white pepper and that vegetative aspect are present. Lemon on the side and more sea salt taking us to the coast. Red liquorice and a little dark chocolate.
Finish: The finish is a gentle mix of ginger with a raisin and biscuit Yorkie bar.
