Description
This landmark 1988 vintage from Bruchladdich has never been re-casked.
It has matured over 30 years in the distilleries warehouses in the same wood it was originally filled into – refill bourbon and, unusually, rare refill squat hogsheads.
The subtle influence of these refill oak casks has resulted in a delicate and measured relationship between spirit and wood, quietly cultivated over time.
It was always understood that this small parcel of casks required no interference, no guiding hand; just a watchful eye and palate to see it through.
It is definitive, old, Bourbon-aged Bruichladdich – some of the last of its kind.
The resulting whisky has a polish copper colour in the glass.
Floral aromas blend with sun dried hay, buttercups, primrose, and coconut oil.
The palate is like a liquid velvet with citrus and coconut throughout.
A classic Bruichladdich style, elegant and floral at first before allowing the oak to sweep in with pipe tobacco and fudge.
A second sip brings some fruit, ripe pineapple, mango and hint of mint.
This finish has mire marine elements from the maturation.
A sea breeze with wood spice and fudge.
One of the great vintages of Bruichladdich, the faith in the right wood and the right time to develop have allowed a superb spirit to show both its natural elegance and its strength of character.
The Finer Details Style – Scotch Whisky Country – Scotland Region – Islay Bottle Size – 700ml ABV – 46.2%
