Kilkerran Heavily Peated Scotch Whisky Batch No. 9

Nose: A captivating dance of peat smoke and maritime influences immediately greets the nose. Picture a smoldering coastal bonfire, the briny sea breeze weaving through the rich tapestry of earthy peat. Hints of charred oak and subtle citrus notes emerge, setting the stage for the sensory journey ahead. Palate: Bold and robust, the palate unfolds with an explosion of peat-driven intensity. Layers of smoky complexity dominate, revealing the essence of a well-stoked campfire. Charred oak undertones provide a sturdy backbone, complemented by the sweet embrace of vanilla. As the journey progresses, a touch of citrus adds a nuanced brightness, balancing the profound peatiness. Body: Full-bodied and well-rounded, Kilkerran Heavily Peated Batch No. 9 showcases a harmonious marriage of flavors. The texture is rich and luxurious, coating the palate with a velvety warmth that amplifies the whisky's depth and complexity. Finish: The finish is a lingering testament to the whisky's mastery, offering a prolonged symphony of smoky delight. The warmth persists, accompanied by a subtle sweetness that softens the intensity of the peat. The final moments are a delightful interplay of charred oak and brine, leaving a lasting impression that beckons for another sip.

Batch 9 of the Heavily Peated Kilkerran Single Malt from the Campbeltown, Glengyle Distillery. A smoky malt with a fruity twist this Single Malt was aged in a combination of 90% bourbon casks and 10% sherry casks, before being bottled at a heavy 59.2% ABV.
Peated whisky is given a smoky flavour by compounds which are released by the peat fires used to dry malted barley. The Length and intensity of exposure to the peat smoke dictates the strength of this flavour as do the characteristics of the peat itself.
Glengyle distillery is a long-established Scotch whisky production centre in Campbeltown, Argyll & Bute, that closed down in 1925. In 2000 it was totally re-planned as the first new Scottish distillery of the millennium. Its single malts are bottled under the name Kilkerran.
Then, there is Kilkerran. This is a separate distillery, previously known as Glengyle, which the Springbank owners re-opened in the early 2000s. Kilkerran is made with the same attention to detail as Springbank - no chill-filtering, bottled at 46%, like all the others, and a supreme example of the finest Scotch.
The Kilkerran heavily peated 2023 Batch 8 was release as part of the Peat in Progress series. This limited edition whisky was matured in 90% ex-bourbon and 10% ex-sherry casks before being bottled at a great cask strength of 58.4% abv.
Kilkerran Single Malt is produced at Glengyle Distillery. Glengyle is an independent, family run distillery based in Campbeltown, the historic whisky capital of the world.

Size: 750 mL

Proof: 59.2%
*Please note that the ABV may vary