Description
A distinctive Islay single malt bringing together powerful peat smoke and maritime character with the fruity, spicy influence of Portuguese red wine.
About Kilchoman
Kilchoman Distillery is an independent whisky distillery located on the Scottish island of Islay. Founded in 2005, it is one of Scotland’s younger distilleries. Kilchoman combines traditional production methods with a strong connection to its island heritage and is particularly known for its distinctly peated single malt whiskies.
About this bottling
Kilchoman Casado is a limited edition released in 2022. The name Casado, Portuguese for ‘marriage’, refers to the distinctive process of bringing together whisky from different casks in large Portuguese red wine vats for a further two years.
The whisky was initially matured for six years in 38 first-fill bourbon barrels filled in 2014. The contents were then transferred into two 6,000-litre Portuguese red wine vats, where they were married for a further two years. The result combines Kilchoman’s characteristic peat smoke with fruity and spicy red wine influences.
Released in 2022, this bottling comes at 46% ABV, without chill filtration or added colouring.
- Distillery: Kilchoman
- Country: Scotland
- Region: Islay
- Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
- Vintage: 2014
- Bottling: 2022
- Alcohol: 46% ABV
- Volume: 70 cl
- Cask maturation: 6 years in first-fill bourbon barrels, followed by 2 years of marrying in Portuguese red wine vats
- Number of bottles: 12,900
- Chill filtration: No
- Added colouring: None
Tasting Notes
- Nose: An intense opening of campfire smoke is balanced by ripe summer stone fruits, including peach, plum and cherry. Marzipan and layered maritime aromas add further depth.
- Palate: The influence of Portuguese red wine brings pepper and spice to the forefront. Dry, salty peat smoke fills the palate, while fruity notes of apricot and lemon provide freshness.
- Finish: Long and warming, with a pronounced spicy character. Stewed fruit and a sweet, jam-like quality linger, beautifully balanced by Kilchoman’s characteristic smoke.
