The Lochlea Harvest Edition First Crop Series is the second release in a limited edition series inspired by the changing seasons, marking the end of summer. This small batch expression is crafted using barley grown at the Lochlea farm and their own water source. Matured in a harmonious blend of ex-bourbon, ex-port, and ex-Oloroso sherry casks, and bottled at 46% ABV, it boasts purity by avoiding artificial coloring and chill filtration.
On the nose, it offers a delightful bouquet of stewed apples, pear drops, and oat biscuits, intertwined with aromas of caramel, vanilla, dried fruit, and subtle spices. As you take your first sip, your palate is greeted with rich flavors of ripe pear, apple pie, oatcakes, parma violets, juicy strawberries, toasted marshmallows, and a hint of freshly-cut grass and sweet cereals. These layers of complexity are elevated by notes of sweetness, spice, fruitiness, oak, and vanilla. The finish is long and lingering, enriched with fruity and spicy undertones, and a whisper of peat.
Located in the Lowlands, Lochlea Distillery was founded in 2018 and is proudly directed by distillery manager John Campbell, who brings 34 years of industry experience. The Harvest Edition is the inaugural release in an annual series of four small-batch bottlings. The coral red label symbolizes the vibrant Ayrshire soil after the barley harvest. The use of STR (Shaved, Toasted, Recharred) casks, which undergo a unique rejuvenation process, further accentuates the intricate flavor profile of this exquisite whisky.
The maturation process of Lochlea Harvest Edition involves a combination of ex-bourbon, ex-port, and ex-Oloroso sherry casks. Additionally, STR (Shaved, Toasted, Recharred) casks are used, which undergo a unique treatment to rejuvenate the wood, enhancing the whisky's flavor profile.
John Campbell, with 34 years of experience in the whisky industry, is the distillery manager of Lochlea.
A total of 9,000 bottles of Lochlea Harvest Edition were produced.
The Lochlea Harvest Edition First Crop Series is a truly remarkable whisky that captures the essence of the Lowlands region. Its unique maturation process involving ex-bourbon, ex-port, and ex-Oloroso sherry casks, along with the innovative use of STR casks, results in a complex and harmonious flavor profile. The dedication and expertise of John Campbell, combined with the natural resources of Lochlea farm, shine through in this delightful, seasonal expression. A must-try for any whisky enthusiast.
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