At AD Rattray we go to great lengths to source interesting and unusual casks from the six traditional whisky regions of Scotland. Each distillery represented is different and every cask is unique. When we judge that a cask has reached the peak of perfection, we bottle it at its natural strength, color and with no chill-filtration. This retains the true essence of the spirit and cask interaction for your enjoyment.
We have specially selected this single malt for its wonderful Islay characteristics resulting in a heavyweight Islay classic with instantly recognizable peat and smoke aromas. It offers an unusually sweet and complex palate achieved from a rare (for Islay) mix of bourbon barrels and sherry hogsheads sourced directly from small bodegas in Jerez.
Colour: Golden Islay sunset.
Nose: Warm & fiery, roasting peat kiln,
some citrus notes after the smoke.
Palate: Oily, burnt toffee, juicy barley
and rich peat smoke.
Conclusion: Lively, peaty
and full of flavour.