Inchfad (Loch Lomond) 2018 That Boutique-Y Whisky Company 13 years old Single Highland Malt Whisky 49,5%

Inchfad is the least known of Loch Lomond's island-named styles – but once an independent bottler like That Boutique-y Whisky Company gets hold of it, it becomes hard to ignore.

Expert's Description

Inchfad (Loch Lomond) 2018 That Boutique-y Whisky Company 13 Year Old is a Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in oak casks and bottled at 49.5%.

The whisky is distilled at Loch Lomond under the Inchfad profile – one of the distillery's three island-named, peated styles – and after 13 years in cask was selected and bottled by British independent bottler That Boutique-y Whisky Company in 2018. Batch 1 of this release totalled 2,473 bottles.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Nutty malt with earthy smoke and a hint of cigar box.

Palate

Light fruitiness of green apple and apricot meets sweet sultana and white grape, while the peat stays firmly present.

Finish

Long, smoky finish with lingering peat and a sweet aftertaste of dried fruit.

Specifications

Name: Inchfad (Loch Lomond) 2018 13 Year Old Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky
Distillery: Loch Lomond
Bottler: That Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region/Country: Highland, Scotland
Type: Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 13 years
ABV: 49.5%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Oak casks
Bottled: 2018
Serving suggestion: Neat or with a few drops of water

Flavour Profile

Smoky · Peated · Nutty · Fruity

Investment Potential

Low to medium – That Boutique-y Whisky Company releases in clearly defined batches, and Inchfad is one of the rarer Loch Lomond marques to find as an independent bottling.

Did You Know?

Inchfad is one of three "Inch"-named styles from Loch Lomond – all named after islands in the loch on which the distillery sits.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Inchfad 2018 That Boutique-y Whisky Company

What is Inchfad?

It is one of Loch Lomond's three island-named, peated single malt styles, here bottled by independent bottler That Boutique-y Whisky Company.

Is this whisky worth it?

Yes – Inchfad is rare to find as a standalone independent bottling, and 13 years of maturation gives a well-balanced, peated profile.

How does Inchfad compare to Inchmoan?

Both are peated, but Inchfad has a more nutty, cigar-box character, while Inchmoan is more fruity and medicinal.

Should water be added?

It can be enjoyed neat, but a few drops of water can soften the strength and highlight the fruity notes.

Who is That Boutique-y Whisky Company?

A British independent bottler known for its illustrated labels and clearly defined batch releases from around the world.

What does the name Inchfad mean?

It is named after one of the islands in Loch Lomond, like Inchmurrin and Inchmoan.