Kilchoman 16 Year Old 2023

£212.82

Discover the pinnacle of Kilchoman’s craftsmanship with the Kilchoman 16 Year Old Limited Edition (2023), a rare and exquisite single malt Scotch whisky that celebrates over a decade and a half of maturation and expertise. This exceptional release marks a milestone for the Kilchoman distillery, offering whisky aficionados a unique opportunity to experience one of their oldest and most refined expressions.

Nose: The aroma opens with a captivating bouquet of dried fruits, including figs and raisins, intertwined with rich notes of vanilla and honey. Subtle hints of citrus zest add a refreshing touch, while a gentle peat smoke provides depth and complexity.

Palate: On the palate, this whisky is luxuriously smooth and full-bodied. It features an intricate blend of caramel and dark chocolate, enhanced by spiced oak. Sweet sherry notes are beautifully balanced with the distinctive Kilchoman peatiness, creating a harmonious interplay of sweet and smoky elements.

Finish: The finish is exceptionally long and warming, leaving lingering notes of toasted oak and sweet malt. A delicate smokiness gradually fades, offering a lasting impression of elegance and sophistication.

Kilchoman Distillery was established by Anthony Wills in 2005 at Rockside Farm near the centuries old Kilchoman Cross and the old Kilchoman Church on the west side of the Isle of Islay. Kilchoman is a malt whisky distillery which malts barley grown in Rockside fields on Kilchoman’s malting floor and bottles Kilchoman single malt whisky at the distillery using local Islay water; field to bottle. Kilchoman is the newest and most westerly of Islay’s distilleries and with just two small stills it is one of the smallest working distilleries in Scotland. Distillery bottlings include Kilchoman Loch Gorm and Kilchoman Sanaig.