Bruichcladdich 2012 8 Year Old Islay Barley
This annual bottling of Bruichladdich is the 2012 vintage of their Islay Barley! As the name suggests, this expression is made using only barley that is grown on the island which Bruichladdich calls home. The distillery sources it’s barley from the farms all across the island.
Whisky Specifications
- Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
- Region: Islay, Scotland
- Distilled: 2012, using barley harvested from 8 local Islay farms in 2011: Coull, Cruach, Dunlossit, Island, Mulindry, Rockside, Starchmill, and Sunderland.
- Age: 8 years old
- ABV: 50.0%
- Cask Types: American oak and French wine casks
Tasting Note
- Nose: Aromas of apple, pear, melon, orange, heather, toffee, vanilla fudge, floral notes, lemon pastry, and wet earth. [1, 2]
- Palate: Creamy and velvety mouthfeel with blossom honey, kiwi, coconut, white pepper, milk chocolate, and a hint of sea salt. [1, 2]
- Finish: Long and rounded with residual sweetness, chocolate, and subtle oak spice.
Size: 70cl
ABV: 50%
Please inspect our detailed fill-level photographs closely before purchasing. Because our bottles, corks, and seals vary in age, you must judge the liquid’s condition at your own discretion. Consequently, we do not refund or exchange items due to damaged corks.
Since we source many of our bottles from private collections, they show normal wear and tear. However, we take great care to provide clear photos of each unique lot. Therefore, please check these images carefully before buying to ensure the condition satisfies you.
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