Kilchoman Casado 2022 Release Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 46%

Portuguese red wine casks are rare guests in Scotch whisky. Casado 2022 Release is Kilchoman's take on what happens when classic Islay peat gets company from deep, red-wine-tinged fruit out of Iberia.

Expert's description

Kilchoman Casado 2022 Release is an Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in a combination of ex-bourbon and Portuguese red wine casks and bottled at 46 %.

The release is the result of carefully selected casks, brought together to create a harmonious flavour experience. Combining ex-bourbon casks with Portuguese red wine oak casks achieves a deep and complex flavour profile, where the red wine's fruit sweetness layers on top of Kilchoman's classic peated character.

The result is a soft, round whisky where notes of peated smoke, caramel, vanilla and dried fruit dance in a different balance to the distillery's more familiar sherry and port-matured releases.

Tasting notes

Nose

Enticing smoke, sweetness and spice meet dark berry fruit and a light winey acidity from the red wine casks.

Palate

Soft and round, with notes of peated smoke, caramel, vanilla and dried fruit gliding elegantly across the palate.

Finish

Long-lasting, with a pleasant warmth and a final trace of dark fruit and oak.

Specifications

Name: Kilchoman Casado 2022 Release Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Distillery: Kilchoman
Region/Country: Islay, Scotland
Type: Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 46 %
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Ex-Bourbon and Portuguese Red Wine Casks
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distillation method: Double distilled
Edition: Casado 2022 Release, Batch No. 12,900
EAN no.: 5060210706029

Flavour profile

Peated · Red wine-matured · Fruity · Spicy · Soft

Did you know?

Portuguese red wine casks are used far less often in Scotch whisky production than sherry or port casks, making Casado one of the more unconventional cask choices in Kilchoman's catalogue.

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Frequently asked questions about Kilchoman Casado 2022 Release Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

What makes Casado 2022 Release special?

It combines Kilchoman's classic bourbon-matured style with Portuguese red wine casks, a cask type rarely seen in Scotch whisky, giving a uniquely deep and fruity character.

How do red wine casks differ from sherry or port casks?

Red wine gives a more acidic, berry-driven character compared to sherry's dried fruit and nuts or port's deep, sweet berry character.

What does the batch number 12,900 mean?

It refers to the specific cask composition behind this release.

Is this whisky a good introduction to Islay whisky?

Yes, the soft, round character and moderate smoke make it approachable for both beginners and experienced enthusiasts.

How should Casado 2022 be served?

Best at room temperature in a nosing glass, ideally with a few drops of water to open up the fruit and smoke.

Are there other Kilchoman releases matured in wine casks?

Yes, Kilchoman has also released whisky matured in Sauternes and Maury casks, but Casado's Portuguese red wine casks give a markedly different, more berry-driven profile.