Port Askaig Whisky

Port Askaig is the name of a small harbour village where the ferry from the mainland docks, and where Islay's east coast meets the sea in stark contrast. On a clear day you can spot the neighbouring Isle of Jura from the quay, the very same coastline that graces the label of every bottle.

Port Askaig 15 Years Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50.5%

Item no.: 05955-77555

Port Askaig 15 Years Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50.5%

Port Askaig 15 Years Old is a limited edition single malt whisky from Islay – and as always with Port Askaig, the name of the actual distillery remains a secret. We do know, however, that the whisky comes from the north coast, which strongly suggests either Caol Ila or Bunnahabhain… part of the brand’s charm and mystery.

This release is composed of 30 casks, all traditional refill hogsheads, and it is bottled at 50.5% without chill‑filtration and with no added colour. The result is a whisky with natural character, depth and a clean, unadulterated Islay profile.

Colour: Golden.
Nose: Elegant combination of vanilla pods, sea breeze, oregano and subtle BBQ smoke.
Palate: Salty and lightly smoky with citrus notes, tobacco, brown sugar and a long, lingering finish.

A beautifully balanced Islay whisky where smoke, sweetness and maritime notes come together in a mature and nuanced expression. Perfect for the experienced Islay drinker, but also an excellent introduction to more complex smoky styles.

Distillery: Port Askaig
Bottler: Speciality Drinks Ltd. / Elixir Distillers
Name: 15 Years
Age: Fifteen years old
Type: Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Alcohol: 50.5%
Un‑chillfiltered
Natural Colour
70 cl
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1pcs.
134,00EUR
Port Askaig 17 Years Old Limited Edition 2023 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 50,5%

Item no.: 22227865363-2023ltd

Port Askaig 17 Years Limited Edition 2023 is an exclusive Islay single malt whisky, released in 2023. It has been matured in traditional American oak casks and bottled at 50.5% ABV. Approximately 9,000 bottles are produced annually for this edition.

On the nose, there are notes of melon, ham, and grapes, combined with bonfire smoke and citrus zest. The palate offers dense smoke and minerality, with hints of raspberry leaves and chocolate, leading to red fruits and a touch of medicinal smoke with an herbal finish.

This whisky is non-chill filtered and contains no added color, preserving its natural character. It is well-suited for enthusiasts looking for a mature Islay whisky with a complex flavor profile.

Distillery: Port Askaig
Age: 17 years
Type: Single Islay Malt Whisky
ABV: 50.5%
Bottles: 9,000
70 cl
Other: Limited Edition 2023
1pcs.
184,75EUR
Port Askaig 8 years old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 45.8%

Item no.: 22227865363-10175

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

Port Askaig 8 years Old is a super nice whisky from the island of Islay. As always with this type of whisky with no distillery name on the bottle, you wonder "Which distillery supplied the whisky for this bottling" - we don't know, but if rumors are to be believed, Caol Ila is the leading candidate. It's certainly the same semi-strong smoke and citrus character. Bottled at 45.8% alcohol with no chill filtration or added coloring. Enjoy this Port Askaig in a Glencairn glass and look forward to: Smoke and crisp citrus notes and the scent of fresh fruit and malt on the nose. Flavors head towards: Honeysuckle, sea salt, licorice and peat in this 8 year Port Askaig Whisky.

Distillery: Port Askaig
Bottler: Speciality Drinks Ltd. / Elixir Distillers
Age: 8 years
Type: Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Alc. strength: 45.8 %
Un-chillfiltered
Natural Color
70 cl.
1pcs.
67,00EUR

About Port Askaig Whisky

Port Askaig Whisky is released by Elixir Distillers and takes its name from the small harbour village on Islay's east coast, close to the Caol Ila distillery, Islay's largest, known for its fruity character and dusty peat smoke. The series often blends distillate from undisclosed sources on Islay, where the whisky's region and character are revealed but the specific distillery is deliberately kept secret, allowing the whisky to be judged on its own terms. Collectors are drawn to the high age statements and the persistent mystery around the source, while newcomers get a solid, authentic entry into peated Islay whisky.

History & Background

The name Port Askaig was chosen by the Singh brothers, founders of Elixir Distillers, as a tribute to Islay's maritime culture and the small harbour village from which the ferry to the mainland still departs today. The series was developed as part of the firm's broader focus on Islay whisky, alongside sister series Elements of Islay, and has since built a reputation for delivering authentic, unadulterated expressions of the island's character without revealing the distillery behind them. This approach has made Port Askaig a fixed reference point for whisky enthusiasts wanting to taste Islay in its purest form.

History & background

Port Askaig is named after the ferry port on Islay from which the malt whisky is shipped out into the world, and the range is released by Elixir Distillers, known for its sharp eye for rare casks. The whisky comes from a single, undisclosed Islay distillery, long rumoured among enthusiasts to be Caol Ila, though the company never confirms it officially. Since its launch, Port Askaig has built a reputation as a reliable and reasonably priced entry point into classic Islay smoke, without compromising on quality.

Production & style

The whisky is selected cask by cask from Islay's distilleries and often bottled without added color or chill filtration.

Signature style

Peated, Maritime, Smoky
The flavor offers a classic Islay character with peat, smoke, and a clear maritime imprint.

Facts

Bottler	Elixir Distillers
Founded	2010
Pronounced	Port AS-keg
Region	Islay
Country	Scotland
Owner	Elixir Distillers
Known series	Core Range (8, 19, 25 year)
Official website	portaskaig.co

Did you know?

Although Port Askaig never officially reveals its source distillery, both the smoke profile and the distinctive salinity point towards Caol Ila, located just a few kilometres from the ferry port itself.

If you like Port Askaig Whisky, you should also try:

Caol Ila, Big Peat and Elements of Islay.