Bruichladdich's flagship unpeated single malt release, made with 100% Scottish barley. It's also bottled at a hearty 50% ABV, which is a chunk higher than equivalent releases from almost any other distillery (usually 40-46%). This bottling strength is said to help bring the barley notes to the fore. Head Distiller Adam Hannett works with an ever-increasing range of casks aged alongside Lochindaal as well as changing profiles and varieties of carefully traced barley to put together a refreshing whisky with the signature fruity and floral Bruichladdich house style.
Elegantly sweet with honey'd barley, boiled sweets and orange petals. Wafts of sea air.
Red apples and white grapes, with touches of sweet cinnamon and brown sugar. Still softly coastal.
Mineral-rich malt, with toffee and more honey.
Blechh- bitter after taste that clings to the back of the tongue- surprising given that the aroma upfront wasn’t bad.
Well, I cannot speak to the taste as far a liquor goes; I don't drink. However, I am an herbalist and I looked far and wide for a true Scotch BARLEY whiskey to make elderberry extract. You see, not only is elderberry one of the primo herbs for respiratory issues, BARLEY also has an affinity for the respiratory system. So, combining them makes an extract that is potent---POTENT!! In addition, the McEwans are kin. My name--Ewing--is a derivative, you might say, of McEwan. I'm Scottish with some Irish and English thrown in; my soul is Celtic. And, what's not to like with a name like Classic Laddie. :) Elizabeth Ewing Wenig
Interesting Whisky, I like it. The scent reminds me of a field of fresh cut hay. I enjoy a broad cross section of Whiskys from big peaty scotches to American Rye and I purchased this a second time as a taste experience for my Wife. Her favorite is an Irish cask strength and my hope was she would enjoy the unpeated Islay flavor profile. She does. Not a typical Islay but very approachable with apples, honey, cinnamon and a bit of smoke. Nicely done.
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I love the smell of apples, and cinnamon I get from this scotch. I read some reviews saying how young it is; however, when looking up the barrels in my particular bottle the youngest was a 2009 and the oldest 2002 with the rest being in between those ages, and yes there were over 9 different casks to bring this whisky together. I find that the blending in which Bruichladdich went for really stands out as a unique whisky and being an Islay that's 100 proof can shock some. It's also important to note that there are no color additives so this spirit has a light gold color; however, the flavor and smell are intense... in a good way. I got the hint of apples, cinnamon, and honey with some smoke (the smokiness coming from used oak casks most likely; it's an unpeated whisky). I added about three drops of water and it opens up a little further. I recommend drinking it neat and adding a little water when finishing it to really experience the many notes in this spirit. Highly recommended.
