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1998 Bunnahabhain, Fèis Ìle 2023, Manzanilla Cask Finish, Islay, Single Malt Whisky (52.3%)

  • Scotch Whisky
Product: 19988243568
1998 Bunnahabhain, Fèis Ìle 2023, Manzanilla Cask Finish, Islay, Single Malt Whisky (52.3%)

Description

Established in 1881, Bunnahabhain Distillery is renowned for producing both unpeated and peated whiskies. The Fèis Ìle 2023 release, finished in Manzanilla casks, celebrates the annual Islay Festival. This is one of the few distilleries on Islay that produces a significant amount of unpeated whisky, offering a unique contrast to the typically peated style here. The distillery’s remote location is only accessible by a single-track road, adding to its charm and mystique.

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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