Macleods Island 8 year old Ian MacLeod Distillers Single Island Malt Whisky 40%

Macleod’s Island 8 Year Old Ian MacLeod Distillers Single Island Malt Whisky 40%

MacLeod’s Island Single Malt, selected by Malt Master John Glass, is part of the MacLeod’s Regional Malts series—a bold and sea-inspired whisky from Ian MacLeod Distillers, bottled at 40%. It captures the maritime style of Scotland’s west coast islands with pronounced smoke, salt, and coastal character.

This single malt is one of several in Ian MacLeod’s Regional Malts range, where each bottling reflects the flavour profile of its region. The Island edition is especially marked by sea air, peat, and minerality—a style often associated with distilleries like Talisker or Highland Park, though the exact origin is not disclosed.

Nose: Dry and smoky with peat, sea salt, iodine, and leather. Subtle notes of sherry and dried fruit
Palate: Sweet malt balanced by peat smoke, salted butter, and oak
Finish: Medium length with earthy smoke, spice, and a hint of nuttiness
Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Series: MacLeod’s Regional Malts – Island
Age: 8 years
ABV: 40%
Origin: Not specified, but stylistically from islands such as Skye, Mull, or Orkney
Bottler: Ian MacLeod Distillers

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