Kilchoman 100% Islay 3rd Edition ~ 50% (Kilchoman Distillery)

50% ABV, £59.95 for 70cl

Score: 81/100

What they say:

We are very excited to announce the upcoming release of our 100% Islay 3rd Edition. This is the latest edition of the 100% Islay range which is produced from barley grown, malted, distilled and bottled at the distillery. This release has had a longer maturation compared to the 2nd Edition and is a vatting of four and five year old fresh bourbon barrels. Only 10,000 bottles of this limited edition will be available worldwide.

With a delicate and floral nose of soft fruits and pear drops, 100% Islay goes on with peat smoke in the mouth, complimented by a long, sweet and lingering finish that blends with the softer tones of peat smoke.

The 100% Islay 3rd Edition will be available on Monday 15th July! RRP £59.95

What I say:

Produced from 100% Islay Barley, grown, malted and peated, distilled and bottled at Kilchoman Distillery. This release has had a longer maturation compared to the 2nd Edition and is a vatting of four and five year old fresh bourbon barrels. Only 10,000 bottles of this limited edition will be available worldwide. With a delicate and floral nose of soft fruits and pear drops, 100% Islay goes on with peat smoke in the mouth, complimented by a long, sweet and lingering finish that blends with the softer tones of peat smoke. Released Monday 13th July 2013 retailing at £59.95

Colour:

Light Gold

Nose:

Citrus, vanilla, hay, sweet and floral

Palate:

Orange, lemon and lime zest, vanilla cream and grapefruit, a little woody oak, sweet honey and golden syrup

Finish:

Medium, slightly acrid wood and prickly peat

Originally sampled at Water of Life Society 17/04/2014 – Kilchoman