Kilchoman Sanaig to launch on US soil

We’re only a few weeks away from the arrival of Kilchoman’s second continuous release, Kilchoman Sanaig. Established in 2005, Kilchoman, Islay’s Farm Distillery, is best known for Machir Bay, up until now the only continuously available release from the independent, family run distillery.

Kilchoman Sanaig 46% abv

Named after an inlet North West of the distillery, Sanaig has a predominantly sherry cask influence owing to the significant time spent in Oloroso sherry Hogsheads. These aged Oloroso casks contribute a drastically transformed depth of colour and character compared to the mostly Bourbon cask matured Machir Bay. ‘Cask Influence’ bars now feature on the packaging of both Sanaig and Machir Bay to illustrate the differing flavour profiles of the distillery’s two core expressions. Anthony Wills, Kilchoman Founder and Managing Director says, “Sanaig represents another significant step forward for Kilchoman, it is important to be able to offer customers consistently available releases, until now Machir Bay has been performing that leading role, Sanaig will now share the spotlight.” Tasting Notes: Kilchoman Sanaig Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky  Colour: Beech wood Nose:  Soft cooked fruits with caramel and vanilla. Palate:  Toffee, peat smoke and citrus with lingering sweetness. Finish:  A lovely balance of peat smoke, fruit and sweetness. RRP – $74.99