Peated Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
ABV: 48.4% | Origin: Highland, Scotland

Peated Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is a distinctive and well-aged offering from the Highland region, crafted with a smoky, peated character that sets it apart from more traditional Highland malts. Aged for 18 years, it brings a perfect balance between the rich, malty sweetness and the bold, smoky peat influences. The whisky presents aromas of heather, peat smoke, and a hint of fruitiness, with the palate showcasing layers of toffee, dried fruits, and a gentle earthy smokiness. The finish is long and warming, with lingering peat smoke and a subtle spice. Bottled by That Boutique-y Whisky Company, this release is an excellent choice for those who enjoy complex, peated malts with a bit of Highland finesse.

Tasting Profile

Appearance: Deep amber with burnished copper reflections, displaying excellent viscosity and slow-moving legs.
Aroma: Sophisticated heathery peat smoke interwoven with honey, baked orchard fruits, vanilla custard, oak spice, and subtle floral notes with hints of dark chocolate.
Palate: Rich and complex with well-balanced smoke, honeyed sweetness, dried fruits, candied orange peel, warming spices, and nutty oak with a velvety mouthfeel.
Finish: Long and satisfying with lingering gentle smoke, sweet malt, dried fruit, and subtle spice with perfect balance between sweetness and dryness.

Production Details

Process: Sourced from an undisclosed Highland distillery known for its exceptional peated expressions.
Distillation: Traditional Scottish pot still distillation methods.
Aging: Matured for a full 18 years in what are likely ex-bourbon casks with possible sherry influence.
Bottling: Small batch bottling at 48.4% ABV without chill filtration by the independent bottler That Boutique-y Whisky Company.

Perfect For

Whisky enthusiasts and collectors seeking unique expressions from independent bottlers.
Those who appreciate the nuance of highland peat character with substantial age.
Gift-giving to impress discerning whisky aficionados.

Expert Notes

"A superb example of aged Highland peat character – more refined and heathery than its Islay counterparts."
"That Boutique-y Whisky Company has selected an exemplary cask that perfectly showcases the elegant marriage of smoke, fruit, and oak."

Customer Reviews

"A delightful discovery with perfect balance between smoke and sweetness – the 18 years of maturation really shows."
"The distinctive Boutique-y bottling adds collector appeal to what is already an exceptional whisky."

Interesting Facts

That Boutique-y Whisky Company is known for its unique graphic novel-style labels featuring distillery-specific illustrations.
As an independent bottler, they source exceptional casks from various distilleries, often releasing them without revealing the specific source distillery.
Their small-batch approach means each release may vary slightly, creating unique collector's items.

Serving Suggestions

Neat: Best enjoyed in a Glencairn or tulip-shaped glass at room temperature.
With Water: A few drops of spring water can unlock additional aromatic complexity.
Pairing: Complements dark chocolate with sea salt, aged cheeses, and smoked meats.

Availability

Limited release with numbered bottles, available through specialist whisky retailers.
As an independent bottling, once the batch is sold out, this specific expression will not be replicated exactly.

Bottler

That Boutique-y Whisky Company – An innovative independent bottler known for small-batch releases with distinctive comic-book style labels.
Approach: Selects exceptional casks from established distilleries, often releasing them without age statements or with limited information about the source.
Legacy: Building a reputation for quality, transparency, and bringing unique expressions to market that might otherwise never be available to enthusiasts.

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