Kilchoman Loch Gorm 2025 Edition Sherry Cask Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 46%

Named after the loch that mirrors the sky right behind the distillery, Loch Gorm is the release where Kilchoman sets the peat aside and lets the sherry casks take the lead. The 2025 edition is the darkest and roundest in years.

Expert's description

Kilchoman Loch Gorm 2025 Edition is an Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky, 10 years old, matured exclusively in ex-sherry casks and bottled at 46 %.

Loch Gorm was born in 2013, when Kilchoman first vatted a whole batch entirely from sherry casks and gave it its own name. Since then it has become the distillery's standing annual sherry release — a counterpoint to the more bourbon-driven Machir Bay. The 2025 edition is built from selected oloroso sherry casks and is the first Loch Gorm to carry a fixed 10 year age statement, giving the whisky extra depth and a noticeably rounder character than earlier batches.

Where Kilchoman's standard releases lean on citrus freshness and coastal smoke, Loch Gorm flips the script: the sherry's dried fruit and spice arrive first, while the peat smoke works underneath as a dark undercurrent. The result is a sherry bomb that never loses touch with Islay.

Tasting notes

Nose

Raisins, prunes and dark marmalade meet toasted nuts and a hint of leather. The peat smoke sits deep beneath the fruit, alongside a touch of cinnamon and orange.

Palate

Full and round, with the sherry's sweetness and spice arriving first, followed by dark chocolate, dates and a growing wave of Islay smoke that ties everything together.

Finish

Long, warm and dry towards the end, with lingering smoke, toasted almonds and a final trace of dark marmalade.

Specifications

Name: Kilchoman Loch Gorm 2025 Edition 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Distillery: Kilchoman
Region/Country: Islay, Scotland
Type: Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 10 years
ABV: 46 %
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Ex-Oloroso Sherry Casks
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distillation method: Double distilled
Edition: Loch Gorm 2025 Edition
EAN no.: 5060210708238

Flavour profile

Peated · Sherry-matured · Fruity · Spicy · Full-bodied

Did you know?

Loch Gorm is named after the loch on Rockside Farm, where the distillery sits — the name simply means "the blue loch" in Gaelic, even though the whisky itself is anything but blue in the glass.

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Frequently asked questions about Kilchoman Loch Gorm 2025 Edition 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

What's the difference between Loch Gorm and Kilchoman's other releases?

Loch Gorm is the only standing release matured exclusively in sherry casks. That makes it heavier, sweeter and more spice-driven than, say, Machir Bay, which relies mainly on bourbon casks.

Is Kilchoman Loch Gorm 2025 a good winter dram?

Yes, its full sherry character and warm spice notes make it a natural choice for the colder months, ideally after dinner.

How peaty does this edition taste?

The smoke is clearly present, but it acts as a dark undercurrent beneath the sherry's fruit and spice rather than dominating the glass the way it does in Kilchoman's more classic Islay style.

When was the first Loch Gorm released?

The first batch was released in 2013, and Loch Gorm has been Kilchoman's standing annual sherry release ever since.

Should Loch Gorm be served neat or with water?

Try it neat first to get the full sherry character, then add a few drops of water if you want to open up the spice and smoke further.

How does the 2025 edition differ from earlier batches?

It's the first Loch Gorm to carry a fixed 10 year age statement, giving it a noticeably rounder and deeper profile than the younger, no-age-statement editions.