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| Elements of Islay | |
| Whisky | |
| Peaty, smoky, marine and iodized notes | |
| Malted barley, water, yeast | |
| 70 cl | |
| 46.0% | |
| Ex-sherry and ex-bourbon casks | |
| Variable, often minimum 3 years | |
| Distillation in copper stills | |
| 2 | |
| Not cold filtered | |
| Golden amber | |
| Neat, with water or ice |
On the nose, robust scents of iodine, seaweed, and smoke emerge, alternating with sweet notes of vanilla and slight hints of dried fruit. On the palate, it offers a rich, enveloping texture, with a balance between the sharp presence of peat and the softness conferred by aging in carefully selected wooden barrels. The persistent finish once again recalls the salty breeze and smoke, delivering a pleasantly rustic sensation.
This whisky is perfect for those who love to savor a refined and profound spirit, suitable for moments of contemplation or to accompany intense dishes such as roasts or aged cheeses, thus enhancing the complexity of the Islay territory and the mastery of its production.
Elements of Islay
Discover the spirits, production style and story of Elements of Islay.
Distillation
Not applicable: Elements of Islay is a selection, blending and bottling project (Elixir Distillers) and does not claim a proprietary distillation.
Ageing
Maturation in various cask types depending on the expression: a mix of ex-bourbon (first-fill and refill), hogsheads and oloroso sherry casks; some releases use heavily re-charred or new oak barrels for specific finishes.