Port Askaig 8 years old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 45.8%

The youngest in the Port Askaig family is no lightweight – 8 years in cask still delivers all the raw, maritime peat the island is known for.

Expert Review

Port Askaig 8 år Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 45,8% is an Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky bottled at 45.8% ABV.

Port Askaig 8 Years Old is a lovely whisky from the island of Islay. As always with this type of whisky, with no distillery name on the label, the source is kept secret, while the whisky itself tells the story of Islay's raw, peated style, even at the young age of 8 years.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose is smoky and saline, with tar and a touch of citrus.

Palate

The palate is raw and smoky, with salt and a light sweetness.

Finish

The finish is medium-long, with lingering smoke and salt.

Specifications

Name: Port Askaig 8 år Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 45,8%
Distillery: Port Askaig
Region: Islay, Scotland
Type: Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 8 Years
ABV: 45.8%
Size: 70 CL
EAN No.: 5060880924877

Flavour Profile

Peated · Maritime · Young

Did You Know?

At just 8 years old, this is the youngest age-stated release in the Port Askaig series, and one of the most accessible entry points to the island's raw, peated style.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port Askaig 8 år Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 45,8%

What does Port Askaig 8 år Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 45,8% taste like?

Port Askaig 8 år Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 45,8% offers a layered flavour profile – see the full tasting notes above for nose, palate and finish.

Should Port Askaig 8 år Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 45,8% be enjoyed neat or with water?

Both work well. Neat shows the whisky's full strength, while a few drops of water can open up the aromas further, especially at 45.8% ABV.

Which glass suits Port Askaig 8 år Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 45,8% best?

A tulip-shaped nosing glass gathers the aromas best and gives the most precise experience of both nose and palate.

Is Port Askaig 8 år Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 45,8% a good gift idea?

Yes, especially for an enthusiast or collector who appreciates cask type, history and character over the ordinary.

How should Port Askaig 8 år Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 45,8% be stored?

Upright, cool and dark, away from direct sunlight and temperature swings. Unopened, the whisky keeps for years.

What defines whisky from Port Askaig?

Port Askaig is known for a style that comes through clearly in Port Askaig 8 år Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 45,8%, with a character that sets it apart from other Scottish distilleries.

Can Port Askaig 8 år Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 45,8% be used in cocktails?

It can certainly work in a simple Old Fashioned, but it is best enjoyed neat first, to show its full character.