This example of peated spirit from Tobermory distilery, known as Ledaig, has been finished in an ex-Oloroso hogshead and offers an array of smoky, savoury tones. There are aromas of smoky bacon and grilled meats alongside ashy wood. The smoked meats develop further on the palate along with notes of Cullen Skink (smoky fish soup), wood smoke and sweet touches of cocoa. The humble trunce of peat, set alight and left to infuse its character into the barley is what makes whiskies like this so special, it is a unique flavour that is deeply rewarding and evocative.
