Lochlea Cask Strength Batch 3 Oloroso Sherry& ex Islay Peated Cask Matured Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky (2024) 70cl

Lochlea Cask Strength Batch 3 Oloroso Sherry& ex Islay Peated Cask Matured Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky (2024) 70cl

Batch 3 in the Cask Strength Collection from Lochlea was matured in a combination of sherry and ex-Islay bourbon barrels. The resulting dram is a beautiful balance between the the signature richness the cask strength releases have become known for, and a surprising yet subtle twist of smoke.

TASTING NOTES

Nose
The nose opens with juicy, ripe red fruits, and savoury BBQ smoke.

Palate
On the palate, cherries, ripe berries, and dark molasses are lifted by warming ginger cake, toasted rye, and charred wood smoke.

Finish
The finish is long and complex, with baking spice, salty smoke, and oaky tannins intertwining with delicate floral notes.

About Lochlea

Originally a South Ayrshire cattle farm Lochlea pivoted to barley growing with the aim of estabilishing a distillery and finally began producing spirit in 2018. An independent and family owned distillery Lochlea benefits from the expertise of ex-Laphroaig distillery manager John Campbell, who oversees the production of this elegant and fruity spirit. Lochlea is steeped in history, the barley is grown in the same fields once worked by illustrious former tenant Robert Burns, and their inaugural release hit the market on the 25th of January in his honour. Driven by a field to cask philosophy and unburdened by an inflexible corporate structure Lochlea has positioned itself as a progressive and responsive distillery with the potential to create some innovative small-batch whiskies.

Initially led by the experience of Malcolm Rennie and John Campbell, Lochlea is now under the management of Distillery Manager Darren McCormick. Darren has been with Lochlea since the very beginning, filling the first ever Lochlea cask in 2018. 6 years on, he continues to ensure our spirit is of the highest quality by overseeing every aspect of production.

59.8% ABV

70cl