Bunnahabhain 33 Year Old – The Kinship 2023 – Single Islay Malt Whisky 48.8%
Released in 2023 as part of Hunter Laing’s prestigious Kinship series, this 33-year-old Bunnahabhain is a masterfully matured Islay single malt that radiates elegance, complexity, and coastal character. Aged in a single refill bourbon hogshead and bottled at natural cask strength, it offers a refined balance and a truly memorable experience.
This Bunnahabhain whisky is a harmonious and inviting single malt that showcases finesse and depth of character. On the nose, it is soft, fruity, and elegant, with a fresh and gently sweet profile. Expect bright tropical fruit notes such as pineapple and lime, complemented by delicate hints of red cherry and subtle floral undertones.
On the palate, the whisky unfolds with a beautiful balance between brightness and depth – juicy citrus and ripe berries lead the way, while the signature maritime influence of Bunnahabhain reveals itself through a touch of sea salt and a gentle coastal breeze. Its slightly oily texture provides a pleasant mouthfeel, and the elegant finish lingers with notes of soft oak, gentle spice, and mineral complexity.
This edition is a prime example of Bunnahabhain’s ability to produce rich and refined unpeated whiskies, where the distillery’s clean house style and coastal location shine through with clarity and grace.
Hunter Laing & Co., the force behind The Kinship series, is renowned for their uncompromising approach to quality and their ability to source and bottle some of Scotland’s rarest and most characterful casks. The Kinship series is a tribute to the global whisky community and the regions that have made Scotland famous for its whisky.
Distillery: Bunnahabhain
Bottler: Hunter Laing
Year: 2023
Age: 33 years
Type: Single Islay Malt Whisky
Cask number/type: Refill Bourbon Hogshead
ABV: 48.8%
Number of bottles: 292
Un-chillfiltered
Natural colour
70 cl
Additional info: Limited edition release from The Kinship Series
