Torabhaig First Release Legacy 2017/2020 Single Malt Whisky Skye 70 cl 46%

Every story has a first chapter. For Torabhaig, this bottle was it – the very first whisky the distillery ever released.

Expert's description

Torabhaig First Release Legacy 2017/2020 Single Malt Whisky Skye 70 cl 46% is a Isle of Skye Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in First-fill ex-bourbon casks and bottled at 46%.

This first release in The Legacy Series was distilled in 2017 and bottled as early as 2020 after just three years of maturation in first-fill ex-bourbon casks.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Sea, salt, vanilla, oak, candy sugar and citrus.

Palate

Mild smoke, apples, candy sugar and charred oak.

Finish

Long and delicious.

Specifications

Name: Torabhaig First Release Legacy 2017/2020 Single Malt Whisky Skye 70 cl 46%
Distillery: Torabhaig
Region/Country: Isle of Skye
Type: Isle of Skye Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 3 Years
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: First-fill ex-bourbon casks
Non-chill filtered: No
Natural colour: No
Distilled: 2017
Bottled: 2020
Edition: Legacy Series Chapter 1 – Torabhaig's first-ever release
EAN no.: 5060033848005

Flavour Profile

Smoky · Maritime · Spiced · Fresh

Investment Potential

Medium – as the very first commercial release from Torabhaig, this bottle marks a historic moment for the distillery, which typically gives debut releases from new distilleries increased collector interest over time.

Did you know?

Torabhaig is located on the Sleat peninsula on the Isle of Skye and names its releases after local places and Gaelic names from the area around the distillery.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Torabhaig First Release Legacy 2017/2020 Single Malt Whisky Skye 70 cl 46%

What does Torabhaig First Release Legacy 2017/2020 Single Malt Whisky Skye 70 cl 46% taste like?

On the nose you meet sea, salt, vanilla, oak, candy sugar and citrus. The palate offers mild smoke, apples, candy sugar and charred oak, while the finish gives long and delicious.

What role does the cask play in Torabhaig First Release Legacy 2017/2020 Single Malt Whisky Skye 70 cl 46%?

The cask, First-fill ex-bourbon casks, plays a central role in the character and gives the whisky a depth a neutral cask could not provide.

Is Torabhaig First Release Legacy 2017/2020 Single Malt Whisky Skye 70 cl 46% worth the money?

Yes, the price reflects the rarity, cask type and the distillery's reputation, and the whisky delivers a character to match.

What glass suits Torabhaig First Release Legacy 2017/2020 Single Malt Whisky Skye 70 cl 46% best?

Torabhaig First Release Legacy 2017/2020 Single Malt Whisky Skye 70 cl 46% is best enjoyed at room temperature in a nosing glass, letting the aromas open up fully.

Does Torabhaig First Release Legacy 2017/2020 Single Malt Whisky Skye 70 cl 46% make a good gift for a whisky enthusiast?

Yes, Torabhaig First Release Legacy 2017/2020 Single Malt Whisky Skye 70 cl 46% makes a solid gift for a whisky enthusiast, especially thanks to the story and character behind the bottle.

How should Torabhaig First Release Legacy 2017/2020 Single Malt Whisky Skye 70 cl 46% be stored?

Torabhaig First Release Legacy 2017/2020 Single Malt Whisky Skye 70 cl 46% is best kept upright or lying down in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight. An opened bottle keeps its quality for several years if stored correctly.