Explore the multifaceted character of Kilchoman 13 Year Old Limited Edition, shaped by a unique fusion of Bourbon Barrels, Octaves, and Calvados Casks. This patient maturation balances Kilchoman’s famously smoky, coastal notes with layers of orchard-fruit sweetness, rich toffee, and a softly spiced warmth from smaller octave and Calvados wood. Crafted in limited quantities, it exemplifies Kilchoman’s innovative approach to cask exploration while retaining the farm-distillery’s distinctively robust Islay profile.
Why We Think You’ll Love It:
- Combines Bourbon Barrels, Octaves, and Calvados Casks for a complex tapestry of smoke, fruit, and sweetness
- 13-year age statement offers a maturing balance between Kilchoman’s maritime smokiness and layered cask influence
- Showcases the distillery’s innovative flair in expanding its distinctive farm-to-bottle ethos
- Perfect for enthusiasts who crave varied cask influences and a fully integrated Islay peat experience
Experience Kilchoman’s spirited independence through this singularly crafted release—where Islay peat meets orchard-fresh notes and sweet, spicy depths for a truly engaging dram.
Bottle Information
Bottle Information
Bottler: Distillery
Cask Type: Bourbon Barrel, Bourbon Octave & Calvados Casks
ABV: 50.0%
Type: Single Malt
Region: Islay
Age: 13 Year Old
Volume: 70cl
Tasting Notes
Tasting Notes
Nose: Lively peat smoke merges with crisp apple, honeyed cereal, and a subtle thread of oak sweetness
Palate: A harmonious interplay of vanilla and toffee from bourbon casks, bright orchard fruits courtesy of the Calvados casks, and a gentle yet assertive peat backbone
Finish: Medium to long, unveiling lingering smoke, a pinch of oak spice, and a soft, sweet afterglow reminiscent of baked apple and toasted sugar.
