Port Askaig Islay 110 Proof

Port Askaig Islay 110 Proof – Port Askaig 110 Proof single malt whisky is an independent, small-batch bottling created by Islay whisky fans for Islay whisky drinkers. It has core flavours of smoke and sweetness made in an elegant, approachable style. Matured in American oak, it is bottled at 55% / 110 Proof for extra flavour and complexity.

TASTING NOTES BY OLIVER CHILTON, WHISKYMAKER

NOSE – Old-fashioned liquorice, saltwater taffy, fresh oyster shells and citrus spray.

PALATE – Sharp and stony initially, with an intense minerality that quickly becomes sweet
and spiced – rich lemon oil with peat smoke, dark chocolate and crunchy barley sugar. The spice grows, adding stewed apple with cinnamon, along with heavy charcoal smoke.

FINISH – Cinnamon spice slowly fades to a flavour of dried apples and pears.

COMMENT – Plenty of character with a delicate balance of smoke and fruit.