Caisteal Chamuis Whisky

Mossburn Distillers, who you may know as the folks that bottle a terrific range of independent bottlings, as well as the brand behind the lovely Torabhaig Distillery, also owns Caisteal Chamuis. Named after the mysterious medieval ruin which lies on the headland of the eastern flank of Knock Bay, on the Isle of Skye, the series currently compromises two expressions. The first is Caisteal Chamuis Blended Malt Scotch Whisky, made up of whisky from Skye, Orkney, and Islay that was blended together and finished in first-fill bourbon casks, before being bottled at 46% ABV without colouring or chill-filtration. It’s said to be a whisky to unlock the door to the world of peated whiskies. The other is Caisteal Chamuis 12 Year Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky which also features whisky from Islay and Orkney aged for an initial 12 years before being finished in custom-made fresh Oloroso sherry butts. At the prices these are available for, these make great gateway whiskies and versatile mixing components.