Port Askaig Presents a New Release of the 25 Year Old
Not a distillery – yet a trusted destination for discerning connoisseurs: Port Askaig showcases the flavor spectrum of the Isle of Islay in its independent bottlings. Named after the gateway to the whisky island located on the northeast coast, the single malts, released at cask strength or with an age statement, keep the name of their home distillery private.
Among the brand's older "mystery drams" is the Port Askaig 25 Year Old. In selecting the casks, the focus was on exceptional flavor and a full-bodied texture, rather than on distillery details. A proud quarter-century in oak casks has imparted floral notes and aromas of exotic fruits to the whisky, rounded off with hints of leather, smoke, and spice. The result? The robust peat character is beautifully complemented.
The memorable dram was bottled at 45.8% ABV without chill filtration or colouring.
Tasting Notes
Nose: An initial character of coal smoke, complemented by tropical fruits such as pineapple, lychee, and guava juice. With water, a soft blend of garden flowers, peach, cherry, and burnt matchsticks emerges.
Palate: Meaty on the palate; a charcuterie board with cured and smoked beef (pastrami), air-dried sausage (saucisson), salty rye crackers, and grilled vegetables with olive oil. Also present are soft leather notes, oatmeal with grated nutmeg, walnuts, and grapefruit with a hint of white pepper.
Finish: Vegetal notes persist, accompanied by herbs such as thyme and bay leaf. A warmth lingers, reminiscent of the dry wood smoke of a fireplace.
