Region: Islay (Scotland)
Distillery: Kilchoman
Age: NAS
ABV: 50%
Cask: Sherry Cask
Size: 700 ml
Following on the hugely popular Fino 1st release in 2020, this is the 2nd Fino Release of Kilchoman. From a total of 20 select Fino Sherry Butts, the Sherry butts were selected from Bodega Jose y Miguel Martin (Spain).
The Fino Sherry maturation works incredibly well with our classic Kilchoman character. The 2023 release elevates the fragrant green apple, stewed fruits and sweet citrus while allowing for the unmistakea- ble Kilchoman peat smoke to linger on the palate. Fino is another example of sherry casks working together, not against, our Kilchoman spirit. Limited to 15,650 bottles worldwide.
Nose: Elegant, dry peat smoke on the initial nosing, gradually opens to the unmistakable fruity character of Kilchoman. The distinct influence from the Fino Sherry casks provides dry, smoked oak which balances with the smoke found in the heavily peated Kilchoman malt. A lasting aroma of sweet butterscotch as the whisky begins to open. Palate: Honeycomb sweetness can be found immediately on the palate, gradually giving way to rich toffee and caramel. The Kilchoman spirit brings together candied fruits and the fresh citrus found in the distillation. Flaked almonds and a delicate peat smoke remain throughout. Finish: Long-lasting considered finish combining the malty spirit of Kilchoman, with the ripened citrus fruit profile provided by the Fino Sherry casks. A subtle peat smoke which has coated the palate right through now shares the finish with hints of dark chocolate. (Tasting Notes from Distillery)