Torabhaig Sound of Sleat Batch Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky 60,2%

Artist Ellis O'Connor has painted Skye's rugged coastline on the label. Inside waits a whisky just as unforgiving as the artwork.

Expert's description

Torabhaig Sound of Sleat Batch Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky 60,2% is a Isle of Skye Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in American bourbon oak casks and bottled at 60,2%.

The Batch Strength release of Sound of Sleat is bottled at 60.2% and uses peat-smoked Concerto and Laureate barley for a profile matching several heavier Islay malts.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Pepper spice, smoky depth and crisp green apples with white chocolate and honey.

Palate

Charcoal and mineral peat with bright citrus, malted biscuit and cocoa.

Finish

Long and ashy with lingering pepper and maritime salinity.

Specifications

Name: Torabhaig Sound of Sleat Batch Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky 60,2%
Distillery: Torabhaig
Region/Country: Isle of Skye
Type: Isle of Skye Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 60,2%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: American bourbon oak casks
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Edition: Legacy Series Chapter 4 – Sound of Sleat Batch Strength
EAN no.: 5060033848272

Flavour Profile

Smoky · Maritime · Spiced · Rich

Did you know?

Sound of Sleat is named after the narrow strait separating the Isle of Skye from the Scottish mainland, right outside Torabhaig's windows.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Torabhaig Sound of Sleat Batch Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky 60,2%

What does Torabhaig Sound of Sleat Batch Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky 60,2% taste like?

On the nose you meet pepper spice, smoky depth and crisp green apples with white chocolate and honey. The palate offers charcoal and mineral peat with bright citrus, malted biscuit and cocoa, while the finish gives long and ashy with lingering pepper and maritime salinity.

What role does the cask play in Torabhaig Sound of Sleat Batch Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky 60,2%?

The cask, American bourbon oak casks, plays a central role in the character and gives the whisky a depth a neutral cask could not provide.

What glass suits Torabhaig Sound of Sleat Batch Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky 60,2% best?

Torabhaig Sound of Sleat Batch Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky 60,2% is best enjoyed at room temperature in a nosing glass, letting the aromas open up fully. A few drops of water can help open it up at higher cask strength.

Does Torabhaig Sound of Sleat Batch Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky 60,2% make a good gift for a whisky enthusiast?

Yes, Torabhaig Sound of Sleat Batch Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky 60,2% makes a solid gift for a whisky enthusiast, especially thanks to the story and character behind the bottle.

How should Torabhaig Sound of Sleat Batch Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky 60,2% be stored?

Torabhaig Sound of Sleat Batch Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky 60,2% 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.

What defines the Torabhaig behind Torabhaig Sound of Sleat Batch Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky 60,2%?

Sound of Sleat is named after the narrow strait separating the Isle of Skye from the Scottish mainland, right outside Torabhaig's windows.