Bruichladdich "PEAT"
Single Islay malt Scotch whisky
46% alc/vol
$60
Pronounced brook-lad-dee, according to Wikipedia. New and interesting things. This guy doesn't have an age statement, which, as we know, means it's likely got some young whiskeys in it, which could explain some of the harshness I detect.
A bit harsh and alcoholic, even with a splash of water. Dry and, yes, peaty, but a little...grassy, too? The finish leaves much to be desired, dry and a bit bitter. It's good when a sip of scotch makes you want more, but not when it makes you want more of something else.
Single Islay malt Scotch whisky
46% alc/vol
$60
A bit harsh and alcoholic, even with a splash of water. Dry and, yes, peaty, but a little...grassy, too? The finish leaves much to be desired, dry and a bit bitter. It's good when a sip of scotch makes you want more, but not when it makes you want more of something else.
Ultimately, it's a nice effort, but I can think of a half-dozen peaty scotches I'd rather drink*. Which is a shame, since given this bottle's name, I'd hoped for something of a peat nirvana.
* Ardbeg 10, Laphroaig 10, Laphroaig Quarter Cask, Bowmore 12, Lagavulin 16, Black Bottle, Johnnie Walker Black Label...make that a baker's half-dozen.
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Hi Will,
Sending you a link to my upcoming Scotch class/tasting event on September 8th in San Francisco with hopes that you may post it to your audience should they find it useful, or try to join us!!
Scotch 101 - The History, the taste and the Mystique
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/190558
contains all the information for the event.
Thank you again- your website is a fantastic one!
Best,
Carin
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