Scotland Stephenson's Spirits Reviews

Bruichladdich 2001 23.10.01

Review Date: October 21, 2009
Category Info: Whiskey / Whisky :: Single Malt Scotch
Distilled From: Barley
Retail Price: $$$$$ ($50-$100)
Bottle Size: 750 ml Bottle
Brewer / Distiller: Bruichladdich
Age: 7 Year
Casking: Refill Bourbon Barrel
Strength: 46%
Origin: Scotland - Islay

Tasting Notes:

Light amber color, nearly clear at the fringes.
Soft vanilla and light peat and smoke on the nose.
The palate is richly salty with a strong peat flavor. Classic Bruichladdich. Great balance of bourbon oak vanilla and salt.
Delicious.