Cask Islay is a small batch single malt Scotch whisky from an unnamed Islay distillery, bottled by A. D. Rattray, who have a bit of a history with excellent independent bottlings. This tasty rascal was matured in a mix of ex-bourbon barrels and ex-sherry hogsheads, but who did it come from? Mystery! Suspense! Yummy, smoky whisky laden with fruit notes! Cask Islay has got it all!
Rich peat, candied orange peels and a light breeze of coastal air.
Fresh orange and honeyed barley notes, surrounded by peat smoke. Quite oily. A hint of crumbly sea-side fudge glows in the centre.
Sweet apple and light smoke lasts on the long finish.
Delicious. Some classic Islay notes that will have you racking your brain for "Where did I taste that before?"
I am a lover of Islay malts and this comes close to one of my favourites. Just add a drop of water, sit back and enjoy.
Yeah it's all the funny grog that Caol Ila have left in their casks, and a bloke sold it to a blender, and its turned out a nice blend!
