What's in a name? Secret Stills No. 4.4 Islay 1989 whisky is called whisky because it's produced in Scotland. Were it from America it would be spelled Secret Stills No. 4.4 Islay 1989 whiskey, rather than whisky.
The nose is of medium-body with notes of peat and seaweed, a honey note with a cigar box character. There are notes of sherry and barley sweetness with a hint of smoke. The palate is rich and full with winter spice and pepper, notes of peat and sherried peels with a little smoke. The finish is of medium-length with notes spice and sherry.
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