Caisteal Chamuis 15 - 50%

 

From the bottlers

A bold and smoky whisky of fine single malts distilled on the islands of Scotland, re-barrelled and further aged in a single Oloroso sherry butt for a rich, smooth and lingering finish. Limited to 700 bottles.

Tasting notes

Appearance: Burnished gold, forms a thin line which beads before slowly falling as thick, oily  legs.

Nose: Sweet, phenolic peat smoke, California raisins and juicy sultanas, salty sea breeze and a mild, old library book mustiness. 

Palate: Lovely oily mouthfeel. This initially feels muted, soft notes of dried fruits, a touch of hazelnut purée, vanilla, salted caramel and an unexpectedly gentle blanket of dry, ashy smoke.

Finish: Ashy, bonfire smoke, struck match, astringent nutty oak, maritime saltiness and sweet dried fruit linger on the palate.

Overall: Remarkably similar to the 12 year old bottling, starts off with a really enjoyable nose, initially disappointing on the palate before redeeming itself at the close. It’s a good, very drinkable blend but it just feels like there is something missing to give that initial impact on the palate.

If you would like more information on this whisky, or the rest of the Caisteal Chamuis range, follow the link to the company website.

Transparency: this sample was received free of charge for independent review. The author has no affiliation with the distillers and no goods or other incentives were exchanged, offered or requested.