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Bunnahabhain, Cask Strength, 12-Year-Old, 2023 Edition, Islay, Single Malt Scotch Whisky (60.1%)

  • Scotch Whisky
Product: 10008245256
Bunnahabhain, Cask Strength, 12-Year-Old, 2023 Edition, Islay, Single Malt Scotch Whisky (60.1%)

Description

Bunnahabhain Distillery, founded in 1881, is located on Islay. Known for its unpeated whiskies, it stands out in a region famous for heavily peated malts. The 12-Year-Old Cask Strength, 2023 Edition, is a robust expression of Bunnahabhain. The distillery’s name means “mouth of the river” in Gaelic, reflecting its picturesque coastal location near the Margadale River. The distillery uses natural spring water and traditional wooden washback vessels, contributing to the unique character of its whiskies.

Iain Glover, Spirits Advisor, Berry Bros. & Rudd

Product Type Scotch Whisky
Main Ingredients Barley
Region Scotch Whisky OLD SAP
Producer Bunnahabhain Distillery, Islay

About this spirit

Bunnahabhain Distillery, Islay

Bunnahabhain was established in 1881 on Islay. Pronounced 'Boo-na-ha-ven' and meaning 'mouth of the river', Bunnahabhain is accessible through a winding lane off the main road to Port Askaig. Its distillery is set around a courtyard in a style that resembles a Bordeaux château. Despite expansion in 1963, the distillery has changed little. Bunnahabhain is sometimes referred to as "the Islay whisky without the Islay character” because it is less peaty than other Islay malts. Its light color (for an Islay) is attributable to the spring water being drawn before it runs "over and through" the well-known Islay peat bogs. This quality is further enhanced by the distillery taking only a narrow cut from the second distillation.
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Barley

Barley is a key ingredient in the production of some of the world's most renowned spirits, particularly whiskey and Scotch whisky. Malted barley is used as the primary grain in many single malt and blended Scotch whiskies, where it contributes a distinct malty, nutty, and sometimes smoky flavour profile. In addition to Scotch, barley is also a staple in the production of Irish whiskey, where it often lends a smoother, creamier taste. The versatility of barley as a grain makes it a favorite for creating complex and deeply nuanced spirits cherished by enthusiasts worldwide.

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