Bruichladdich 18 Year Old 2005 (cask 518) - Inaugural Casks (Nickolls & Perks)
- Distillery
- Bruichladdich
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 54.7%
- Age
- 18 years
- Price
- £179.95
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Vanilla, Fresh Fruit, Citric, Toasted
- Description
- Bruichladdich 2005 matured for 18 years in a first-fill bourbon cask before Nickolls & Perks released it cask-strength as part of their inaugural independent bottling collection, producing 195 bottles. The Islay single malt's maritime and lightly peated character is enhanced by the full-flavored ex-bourbon wood.
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Bruichladdich 18 Year Old 2005 (cask 518) - Inaugural Casks (Nickolls & Perks) is a 18-year-old single malt from Bruichladdich (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 54.7% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, vibrant and fruity and sweet character — smokey, vanilla, fresh fruit, citric. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Bruichladdich 2005 matured for 18 years in a first-fill bourbon cask before Nickolls & Perks released it cask-strength as part of their inaugural independent bottling collection, producing 195 bottles. The Islay single malt's maritime and lightly peated character is enhanced by the full-flavored ex-bourbon wood.
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