Elements of Islay Beach Bonfire is a limited edition blended malt from two characterful Islay distilleries.
For this whisky, our Head Blender was inspired by the image of a beach bonfire on Islay – the colors, heady smoke and collision of the flames and sand. The perfect reward following an outdoor adventure.
This blended malt brings together whisky matured in New Oak, Bourbon, Refill and Sherry Casks. It is a powerful blended Islay malt with a rich herbaceous flavor, enveloped in bonfire ember smoke with a sweet spice finish.
Limited Edition – 480 bottles for the US.
Nose: Oyster shells and bonfire smoke blend with rich baking spices and subtle notes of cherry and tarragon. Hints of mint and black pepper temper lemon oil and caramel cooking on a wood burning stove.
Palate: Bourbon-soaked Amarena Cherries, with baked vanilla pods, cinnamon and light ginger are surrounded by rich wood smoke. Touches of traditional, medicinal Islay peat play against a wonderful herbaceous character.
Finish: Warm and long, with more wood fire and soft brown sugar. A gingerbread spice starts to develop long after the last sip.