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Secret Islay Distillery 10 Year Old 2012 (Masters of Malt)
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Secret Islay Distillery 10 Year Old 2012 (Masters of Malt)

Master of Malt

Islay·51.1% ABV·10 Years·Standard·$48
scotch Whiskysingle Malt

Tasting Notes

Embark on a journey to the enchanting Islay, where the salty sea breeze intertwines with the peaty essence of the land. The Secret Islay Distillery 10 Year Old 2012 whisky captivates the senses with its alluring symphony of flavors. Picture yourself transported to a sun-drenched orchard, where the aroma of ripe yellow fruits and juicy pears mingles with the comforting notes of freshly baked bread and buttery rusk biscuits. As you savor the first sip, a harmonious dance unfolds on your palate – creamy vanilla intertwines with the briny, oily malt and the vibrant, herbaceous peat, followed by the tantalizing taste of grilled apricots. The finish is a sublime balance, where the doughy bread and butter pudding linger alongside elegant smoke, buttery oak, and a delicate whisper of sea spray and spice. This is a whisky that captures the very essence of Islay, a symphony of flavors that will leave you longing for more.

Flavor Profile

🍎Fruity
3.8
🪵Woody
2.5
🌶️Spicy
2.8
🌸Floral
1.2
🔥Smoky
4.5
🍯Sweet
3.0
🌾Malty
3.5
🌊Maritime
4.8

Flavor Tags

vanillapearsmokepeatbrineoilycreamybalanced