High Coast Slainte Peated Swedish Single Malt Whisky 50 cl 61,9%

Same name, new story. Slainte Peated is a peated sibling to the un-sherried release, this time matured in bourbon with a wholly different, smoky expression.

The Expert's Description

High Coast Slainte Peated is a Swedish Single Malt Whisky distilled on 13 March 2017 and bottled on 14 June 2022 after 5 years of maturation, at 61.9%.

The whisky matured in a single bourbon cask (cask no. 2017-599) and carries the peated character High Coast is known for. With only 65 bottles from this cask and the high strength of 61.9%, this is an intense and rare release.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Peat, smoke, salted caramel and a hint of citrus.

Palate

Bold smoke and peat upfront, supported by vanilla, honey and a light peppery spice from the high strength.

Finish

Long, peaty and warm with lingering smoky tones.

Specifications

Name: High Coast Slainte Peated Swedish Single Malt Whisky
Distillery: High Coast Distillery
Region/Country: Ångermanland, Sweden
Type: Swedish Single Malt Whisky
Vintage: Distilled 13 March 2017, bottled 14 June 2022
Age: 5 years
ABV: 61.9%
Size: 50 CL
Cask type: Bourbon, cask no. 2017-599
Number of bottles: 65

Flavour Profile

Peaty · Smoky · Salty · Powerful · Spiced

Did You Know?

Slainte Peated shares its name with its un-sherried sibling, but it is a wholly different whisky: bourbon-matured, peated, and drawn from a single cask of just 65 bottles.

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Frequently asked questions about High Coast Slainte Peated

How does High Coast Slainte Peated taste?

It tastes boldly of smoke and peat with vanilla, honey and a light peppery spice, closing on a long, peaty finish.

What is the difference between Slainte and Slainte Peated?

Slainte matured in Oloroso and has a sherried character, while Slainte Peated matured in bourbon and carries a pronounced peated, smoky profile.

How many bottles exist of this release?

Only 65 bottles were drawn from this specific bourbon cask.

How should I serve it?

Neat in a nosing glass at room temperature, perhaps with a few drops of water to open up the smoke.

Is this whisky worth the money?

Yes, the intense peated character and limited outturn make it an attractive bottle for lovers of smoky whisky.

Where is High Coast distillery located?

In Ångermanland, Sweden, known for its peated and powerful single malts.