Port Askaig 100 Proof Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 3cl Sample

Port Askaig 100 Proof Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 3cl Sample

This bottle of Port Askaig 100 Proof is an independent bottling which was produced in the Islay region of Scotland by Elixir Distillers

Distilled from peated malted barley on the coast of Islay, it typifies the smoky style of whisky that is predominantly made on the island.

The higher ABV enhances the smoky and earthy elements but also highlights cumin and coriander seed, stewed apple, clean minerality and a fresh citrus zest.

Tasting Notes 

Nose : Rich, with a meaty smokiness that belies its light colour. Freshly cooked ham and burning logs are joined by a soft coastal character of sea spray and stony rock pools.

Palate : Sharp and stony initially, with an intense minerality that quickly becomes sweet and rich – milky coffee, milk chocolate and spicy cinnamon gobstoppers. The spice grows, adding liquorice and stewed apple with cinnamon, along with heavy charcoal smoke.

Finish : Sweet, spicy and very long. Cinnamon-spiced chocolate slowly fades to drying apple skin.

About Port Askaig 

Port Askaig Islay Single Malt Whisky was created in 2009 by independent bottlers, Elixir Distillers. Though a small company, Elixir Distillers and its founders have been recognised globally by the prestigious International Wine and Spirits Competition for their commitment to the industry. Their innovations have received great acclaim and several awards at Imbibe, a show that holds the respect of UK’s top on and off trade gurus. Port Askaig uses casks that have been meticulously matured and blended by Master Blender, Oliver Chilton. Each expression is made purely to reflect the essence of Islay’s beauty, its whisky, and its lifestyle. This elegant, balanced, and refined liquid offers flavours from bonfire smoke and peaty bogs, to soft, salty sea air.

57.1% ABV

3cl /30ml