Bunnahabhain Unpeated Sherrybomb 11 Years 48% is the chosen sherry bomb of the year for Whiskymessen Malten 2026 – an intense, dark, and uncompromising Islay single malt without smoke, but with full power from 1st Fill Oloroso sherry butts. A whisky that shows exactly why Bunnahabhain is among the most beloved distilleries when it comes to heavy, fruit‑driven sherry character.
Aged for 11 years and bottled at 48% in natural colour and without chill filtration, it delivers a deep and full profile where the sherry dominates from the first aroma to the final finish. The nose opens with a striking fresh peach before the heavy, dark sherry notes take over: raisins, plums, dates, and dried fruits. A light sulphured apricot note sits underneath, kept in check by the rich sherry aromas. Milk chocolate, bitter cocoa, tobacco, leather, and arabica coffee powder add depth, while a touch of bitter orange peel brings edge.
The taste is sweeter than expected and full of classic sherry notes: dark fruits, dryness, orange, and pronounced tannins that coat the tongue. The wood brings warm spices, and a light sulphur note hides behind coffee and cocoa. On the second sip, the whisky becomes even more fruity and spicy, with the sherry fully in front. The sulphur tone retreats further and turns into a sour leather note, giving the whisky a raw, old‑school character.
The finish is long, dry, and dark – with bitter coffee powder, nuts, and deep dark chocolate. A lingering ending that reinforces the whisky’s heavy sherry profile.
An intense, dark, and uncompromising sherry bomb from Bunnahabhain – selected for Whiskymessen Malten 2026 for its power, depth, and classic Oloroso style. A whisky for those who love heavy sherry, dark fruits, and a touch of old‑school character.
Distillery: Bunnahabhain
Bottler: Signatory
Age: 11 years
Type: Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Cask number/type: 1st Fill Oloroso Sherry Butts
Alcohol strength: 48%
Bottles: 60 pcs.
Un‑chillfiltered
Natural colour
70 cl
Other: Whiskymesse Malten 2026
