Bruichladdich 2005 / 19 Year Old / Whisky Sponge 96 Islay Whisky
- Distillery
- Bruichladdich
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £288
- Tasting notes
- Honey, Citric, Fresh Fruit, Oily, Toasted
- Description
- Bruichladdich's unpeated 2005 vintage, aged 19 years in first-fill ex-bourbon and bottled at cask strength, showcases the distillery's lighter side with maritime salinity and waxy texture. Stewed pears, apple crumble, and honeycomb notes emerge alongside citrus zest and black pepper, creating a layered, spice-tinged profile. A study in what unpeated Islay whisky can express when given time and quality wood.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Bruichladdich 2005 / 19 Year Old / Whisky Sponge 96 Islay Whisky is a from Bruichladdich (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect vibrant and fruity, sweet and oaky character — honey, citric, fresh fruit, oily. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Bruichladdich's unpeated 2005 vintage, aged 19 years in first-fill ex-bourbon and bottled at cask strength, showcases the distillery's lighter side with maritime salinity and waxy texture. Stewed pears, apple crumble, and honeycomb notes emerge alongside citrus zest and black pepper, creating a layered, spice-tinged profile. A study in what unpeated Islay whisky can express when given time and quality wood.
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