Kilchoman Machir Bay Single Islay Malt Whisky 20 cl 46%

Not everyone needs a full bottle to meet Kilchoman for the first time. This 20cl edition of Machir Bay is the perfect size to get acquainted with Islay's freshest peated whisky, without committing to a full 70cl bottle.

Expert's description

Kilchoman Machir Bay 20cl is an Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in a combination of ex-bourbon and oloroso sherry casks and bottled at 46 %.

The whisky is exactly the same as in the full 70cl bottle — a blend of 3, 4 and 5 year old bourbon casks, where the 4 year old casks receive a finishing period of around eight weeks in sherry casks. The smaller bottle makes it ideal as an introduction, a travel format, or a small, natural gift idea.

Machir Bay best represents Kilchoman's style: fresh, citrus-tinged peat smoke carried on Islay's coastal air, combined with sweetness and spice from the sherry casks — all in a size that's easy to carry.

Tasting notes

Nose

Fresh citrus and sea breeze meet light peat smoke, vanilla and tropical fruit.

Palate

Creamy and balanced, with honeyed sweetness, citrus and butterscotch, spiced by undertones from the sherry casks.

Finish

Medium length, with lingering smoke, salted caramel and a dry, pleasant close.

Specifications

Name: Kilchoman Machir Bay 20cl Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Distillery: Kilchoman
Region/Country: Islay, Scotland
Type: Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 46 %
Size: 20 CL
Cask type: Ex-Bourbon Casks with Sherry Finish
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distillation method: Double distilled

Flavour profile

Peated · Fresh · Citrus-fresh · Balanced · Maritime

Did you know?

Machir Bay is named after the iconic beach close to the distillery, and even in this smaller bottle it's the same recipe that won the title of Scotland's malt of the year in 2013.

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Frequently asked questions about Kilchoman Machir Bay 20cl Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Is the content in the 20cl bottle the same as the 70cl edition?

Yes, it's exactly the same recipe and cask composition, just in a smaller, more accessible format.

Why choose a 20cl bottle over 70cl?

It's ideal as an introduction to Kilchoman, as a travel format, or when giving a small, natural gift without committing to a full bottle.

Is this size suitable for a whisky tasting?

Yes, 20cl is a practical format for introducing several people to Machir Bay's characteristic style without opening a full bottle.

What does Machir Bay taste like?

Fresh and balanced, with citrus, tropical fruit and a distinct but not overwhelming peat smoke, spiced by the sherry finish.

Can the 20cl bottle be taken on a trip?

The smaller size makes it convenient to carry, but always check the current rules on liquids if it's going in hand luggage.

Is Machir Bay a good introduction to Islay whisky?

Yes, it's lighter and more approachable than many of Kilchoman's heavier releases, making it a natural place to start.