Bunnahabhain 18 years old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 46.3%

It took decades before Bunnahabhain added an 18 Years Old to the core range, and the wait shows in every glass.

Expert's Description

Bunnahabhain 18 Years Old is an Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in ex-sherry casks and bottled at 46.3%.

Eighteen years on sherry wood has given the whisky a golden depth and a maturity that builds on the distillery's lighter core style. It's a dram that takes its time unfolding in the glass and rewards whoever gives it the space to do so.

The small batch assembly keeps every bottling at the same high standard, without sacrificing the variation single casks would otherwise bring.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Sugared nuts and a greeting from the sea, backed by generous caramel and leathery oak.

Palate

Soft sherry tones meet fruit and nuts across a full, round palate.

Finish

Dry, spiced impressions mixed with light sea salt.

Specifications

Distillery: Bunnahabhain
Region/Country: Scotland (Islay)
Type: Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 18 Years
ABV: 46.3%
Size: 70 CL
Cask Type: Ex-Sherry Casks
Non-Chill Filtered: Yes
Natural Colour: Yes
Distillation Method: Double Distilled
Edition: Small Batch
EAN No.: 5029704217373

Flavour Profile

Sherry-Matured · Maritime · Spicy · Mature

Did You Know?

The 18 Years Old is one of the newer additions to Bunnahabhain's age-stated core range, which for many years consisted only of the 12 and 25 Years Old expressions.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bunnahabhain 18 Years Old

What does Bunnahabhain 18 Years Old taste like?

Sugared nuts and a greeting from the sea meet generous caramel and leathery oak, finishing with dry, spiced impressions and light sea salt.

Is it smoky?

No, it follows the distillery's classic unpeated style, just with eighteen years of extra maturity on sherry wood.

What makes the 18 Years Old special in the range?

It's one of the newer additions to Bunnahabhain's age-stated core series, which for many years consisted only of the 12 and 25 Years Old expressions.

Does it make a good gift?

Yes, the age and the soft, sherry-matured style make it well suited as a gift for an Islay enthusiast who isn't necessarily after smoke.

Which glass suits it best?

A Glencairn glass gives the best balance between caramel, oak and the light sea salt tone.

Is it worth it as an 18 Years Old?

It's priced reasonably for an age-stated 18 Years Old from a respected Islay distillery, compared to similar releases from the island's other names.