Inchfad (Loch Lomond) 2005/2018 A. D. Rattray 13 Year Old Single Highland Malt Whisky 56.9%
Inchfad 2005 from A. D. Rattray is a powerful and characterful single malt whisky from the Highland region, distilled at Loch Lomond Distillery and bottled after 13 years of maturation. This edition is part of A. D. Rattray’s exclusive Cask Collection, where each bottle comes from a single cask and is bottled at natural cask strength without chill-filtration or added color. The result is an unfiltered and intense tasting experience, allowing both spirit and wood to speak freely.
The whisky was distilled on February 24, 2005, and bottled on November 12, 2018, giving it maturity and complexity shaped by time in a bourbon hogshead and the distinctive style Inchfad is known for. Inchfad is one of the smokier and rarer malt variants from Loch Lomond, standing apart from the distillery’s fruitier profiles. Instead, it delivers deep smoke, spice, and a lightly oily texture that makes it both challenging and rewarding.
The nose opens with notes of white pepper, bacon, vanilla, and citrus, followed by a hint of minty freshness and toasted oak. The palate is rich and complex, layered with peat smoke, sweet fruit, malt, and spice. Expect apple, banana, and honey at the core, while the finish is long, dry, and smoky with touches of cinnamon, dark chocolate, and a subtle oak bitterness. The combination of high strength and natural aging creates an intense and honest dram that will especially appeal to seasoned whisky enthusiasts.
With only 316 bottles drawn from cask number 431, this Inchfad is a collector’s item and a rare opportunity to explore a lesser-known side of Loch Lomond Distillery. It’s ideal for slow enjoyment, preferably with a few drops of water to unlock its more delicate aromas and flavors. It also pairs well with strong cheeses, smoked meats, or as a contemplative dram after a fine meal.
Distillery: Loch Lomond
Name: Inchfad
Distilled: February 24, 2005
Bottled: November 12, 2018
Age: 13 years
Bottler: A. D. Rattray
Region: Highland
Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Cask type: Bourbon Hogshead no. 431
Alcohol: 56.9%
Volume: 70 cl
Filtration: Un-chillfiltered
Color: Natural
Bottles: 316
Inchfad 2005/2018 is a whisky with edge, depth, and personality – a dram for those who appreciate the unexpected and the authentic in Scottish whisky craftsmanship.
