Islay 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
- Distillery
- Darkness
- Region
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 55%
- Age
- 12 years
- Price
- £54.95
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Sherried, Cooked Fruit, Dried Fruit
- Description
- This mysterious 12-year-old Islay single malt finished in an Oloroso sherry octave reveals the classic peated character of the region balanced by sweet wine influence from the specialised cask. Peat smoke and maritime salinity meet dried fruit, honey, and warming spice on the palate, creating the traditional peat-and-sweet combination that defines Islay at its best. The texture is medium-bodied and slightly drying, with a finish that sustains both smoke and sherried sweetness. A benchmark pairing of peat and sherry for traditional Islay lovers.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Islay 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) is a 12-year-old single malt from Darkness (Scotland), bottled at 55% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, fruity and sweet character — smokey, sherried, cooked fruit, dried fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. Good value for the quality offered.
This mysterious 12-year-old Islay single malt finished in an Oloroso sherry octave reveals the classic peated character of the region balanced by sweet wine influence from the specialised cask. Peat smoke and maritime salinity meet dried fruit, honey, and warming spice on the palate, creating the traditional peat-and-sweet combination that defines Islay at its best. The texture is medium-bodied and slightly drying, with a finish that sustains both smoke and sherried sweetness. A benchmark pairing of peat and sherry for traditional Islay lovers.
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