ABV 45.8%
A delight, well balanced.
Rob Allanson
Elixir Distillers
Brand
Port Askaig
Bottler
28 Years Old
Expression
Single Malt
Type
No age statement
Age (Years)
45.8%
ABV
Islay
Region/Country
Independent Bottling
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Hits you full on straight off the bat, with the smells of a fishing harbour. Oil containers, smoked fish, tarred ropes. The moves to a sweeter side with smoked almonds and toasted brioche buns laden with butter and apricot jam.
Palate: That saline quality from the nose dominates here, salt crackers and dried fish. Smoked salmon and cream cheese. Underneath there's floral notes and gorse.
Finish: Spicy ,woody with a hint of citrus.
Comment: A delight, well balanced.
Score: 8.6
Taster
Nose: A luscious combination of dark chocolate, bonfire embers, candlewax and pistachio marshmallows. Subtle traces of hot stainless steel, hazelnuts and butterscotch layers.
Palate: Bursts of citrus and red berries joined by aromas of Nutella, wood smoke and charcoal. A mineral element comes through with sea salt flakes.
Finish: A slight metallic note strengthens through the smoke.
Comment: An indulgent breakfast. Nutella and bacon pancakes with a cheeky cig as well.
Score: 8.2
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