Bruichladdich Islay Barley 5th Release - Claggan, Cruach Island & Mulindry Farms Whisky 2009 Vintage

Colour

Rich golden amber with coppery glow and a hint of mahogany, a warm sherry-kissed hue.

Nose

Fresh barley, sea spray and mineral brine greet the nose, a coastal breeze over the grain. Honeyed vanilla and orchard fruit mingle with a delicate sherry lift, bringing dried fig and orange zest. Subtle cocoa, toasted almond and gentle spice emerge, while a whisper of smoke and sea salt completes a refined Islay aroma.

Palate

Silky, mouth-coating and balanced, this Islay Barley delivers creamy malt sweetness with citrus zest and a whisper of peat. Vanilla, oak and almond emerge, guided by a subtle maritime salt. The palate evolves to a long, refined finish with spice and coastal warmth lingering.

Finish

Long and refined, the finish coats with warm malt and honeyed barley, giving way to dried fruit, fig and orange zest. Vanilla and toffee weave through, while coastal salt and toasted oak frame the moment. A gentle sherry-softness lingers, fading to a silky malt echo.