Bruichladdich 18 year old

The Bruichladdich Eighteen is a distinguished single malt Scotch whisky that embodies the essence of Bruichladdich's signature unpeated style. This whisky is matured exclusively on the Isle of Islay, with most of its aging taking place in ex-Bourbon casks, complemented by a select number of wine casks to add complexity.

On the nose, it presents a rich bouquet of honey, butterscotch, and citrus orange, offering a fragrant and full-bodied aroma. The palate reveals a harmonious blend of tropical fruits, underpinned by the warmth of toasted mellow oak, creating a well-rounded and enduring finish.

Bruichladdich distillery

This distillery was built in 1881 by the owners of grain whisky distilleries in Glasgow. This distillery (and the two grain distilleries) were used to supply the market with blended whisky. When the distillery was built, it differentiated itself from other Islay distilleries for its modern design and tall stills which produced a lighter spirit.

The distillery was badly affected by a fire in 1934 and, after it refurbished, it went through many changes of ownership. In 2001 a group of investors acquired it and promptly appointed legendary distiller Jim McEwan as head of distillation.

Under that ownership, the distillery was revitalised and acquired cult status among whisky enthusiasts. Remy Cointreau, the current owners, took over it in 2012.

The spirit produced at the distillery has a distinctive freshness and acidity. This characteristic shines even the most heavily peated expression from the distillery: Octomore.