TOBERMORY 10yo AND LEDAIG 10yo SINGLE MALTS EVOLVE WITH A NEW LOOK AND MOVE TO UN-CHILLFILTERED

Tobermory Distillery, one of the oldest distilleries in Scotland has announced the evolution of its two single malts.  Tobermory 10yo Single Malt Scotch Whisky and Ledaig 10yo Single Malt Scotch Whisky will no longer be chillfiltered, giving the whiskies a purer taste, nose and appearance and the changes have been accompanied by a bold change in design for the bottles and packaging.

Although the two malts are now clearly from the same family, they are distinctively different when it comes to taste.  Tobermory 10yo is a gentle island malt which has become more delicate and floral, with citrus and honey notes.  In contrast, Ledaig is a sharper, smokier taste and is comparable to some of the premium Islay malts.

Tobermory and Ledaig will now be bottled at 46.3% abv, a transformation which will delight whisky drinkers as un-chillfiltration leaves in nuances of flavour providing depth and complexity to the malts. 

The new look and move to un-chillfiltered reinforce the premium quality and heritage of the brands.    The malts now have bespoke, embossed glassware to reflect the Tobermory family, emerald green glassware for Tobermory and clear flint for Ledaig with new labelling and etching of the bay on the capsule.  The bottles are presented within a quality gift carton

The move to un-chillfiltered is part of a vision from Ian MacMillan, Master Blender at Burn Stewart Distillers, owner of these award winning malts. Ian comments:  “The un-chillfiltered process allows people to enjoy whisky as natural as it can be –  just as it should be.

Katherine Crisp, Brand Manager for Tobermory said: “This evolution for Tobermory and Ledaig is a particularly exciting move for the brands, and with the lack of chill-filtration we are able offer a richer, fuller flavoured whisky.”

Tobermory 10yo – Tasting Notes
Colour:  
Bright Lemony Gold
Nose: 
Rich Island character with tantalising hints of grass, malt, gingerbread, stewed fruit syrup and finely polished oak
Palate: 
Smooth velvety, with fruity tangs and exquisitely spiced gingerbread and aniseed for a medium sweetness to treasure
Finish
Ginger and spicy oak matched with bitter chocolate and  almond that gently fades with a tail of sweet salty seas

Ledaig 10yo Single Malt – Tasting Notes
Colour
Bright lemony gold
Nose
Sweet briny smokiness, mildly antiseptic, creosote, wax polish, mint chocolate, floral seaside aromas
Palate
Sweet and medicinal, spicy smokiness, vanilla malty creaminess
Finish
Spicy white pepper, sweet and vibrant, hints of liquorice, and cloves, warm and salty, lingering

Notes:
• Chill-filtration is a process in which the whisky is chilled to near 0°C (32°F) and passed through a fine filter. It prevents the whisky from becoming hazy when chilled, or when water or ice is added.  It is believed by many whisky enthusiasts that chill-filtration removes some of the flavour and body from the whisky
• Tobermory Distillery is the only distillery on the Isle of Mull.   Built in 1798 it is one of the oldest commercial distilleries in Scotland.

• One Distillery, two distinct single malts.  Production is split 50/50 between the Tobermory whisky for half the year, and the heavily peated Ledaig the other half.

• Tobermory Distillery is open Monday – Friday 10am – 5pm.  Tours can be booked on 0044 (0)168 8302647 

Visit Tobermory Distillery at http://www.tobermorymalt.com/