The Lochlea Cask Strength Batch 1 is a limited-edition whisky from the Lochlea Distillery, located in the picturesque countryside of Ayrshire, Scotland. This inaugural Cask Strength expression, bottled in 2023, marks the first in a series of annual limited-edition releases. With an ABV of 60.1%, it is presented in its purest form—straight from the casks, with no added water, chill filtration, or coloring. The natural strength and character of the whisky offer a genuine experience akin to sampling directly from the warehouse. This unique expression is a harmonious blend of 70% first-fill bourbon casks and 30% first-fill Oloroso sherry casks, creating a whisky that is both robust and multifaceted. On the nose, it reveals inviting aromas of spicy fruit, hints of paraffin, cigar, and oak. The palate is rich and full-bodied, featuring notes of coffee, dried fruit, walnut, tobacco, orange, and nutty oak. The finish is long and satisfying, with lingering hints of orange peel, syrup, oak, and fruit notes. Master Blender John Campbell and his team at Lochlea meticulously selected the bourbon and sherry casks for this expression, ensuring a unique and undiluted glimpse into the distillery's signature flavor profile. Since its establishment in 2018, the Lochlea Distillery has gained recognition for its exceptional spirit, matured in a combination of American bourbon casks and Spanish Oloroso sherry casks. The Lochlea Cask Strength Batch 1 is a testament to their commitment to quality and craftsmanship. In summary, the Lochlea Cask Strength Batch 1 is a highly anticipated release offering whisky enthusiasts and collectors a rare opportunity to experience the distillery's signature flavors in their most authentic form. With only 15,000 bottles available, this limited-edition whisky is a must-try for those seeking a rich, complex, and memorable taste experience.
This is Lochlea Distillery's inaugural Cask Strength expression, bottled straight from the casks without any dilution, chill filtration, or added coloring. The whisky is a blend of 70% first-fill bourbon casks and 30% first-fill Oloroso sherry casks, offering a robust and multifaceted flavor profile.
This release is limited to 15,000 bottles, making it a highly sought-after item for whisky enthusiasts and collectors.
John Campbell, the Master Blender at Lochlea Distillery, carefully selected the bourbon and sherry casks for this expression, ensuring a unique and undiluted glimpse into the distillery's signature flavor profile.
Spicy fruit notes, paraffin, fruit notes, cigar, oak
Coffee, dried fruit, walnut, tobacco, orange, nutty, oak
Orange peel, syrup, oak, fruit notes
The Lochlea Cask Strength Batch 1 offers a complex and multifaceted flavor profile, highlighted by spice, fruit, nuttiness, and oak. The rich and memorable taste experience is a true reflection of the distillery's craftsmanship and dedication to quality.
The Lochlea Cask Strength Batch 1 is a remarkable expression that showcases the distillery's ability to produce a robust and complex whisky. The blend of first-fill bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks creates a harmonious balance of flavors, making this a must-try for any serious whisky enthusiast. The high ABV adds to its intensity, providing a genuine and undiluted tasting experience that is both rich and satisfying.
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