Loch Lomond Inchmurrin - Madeira Wood Finish ABV: 46% | Origin: Highlands, Scotland | Size: 1L

Tasting Profile

• Color: Rich amber with copper highlights.
• Nose: Sweet fruits with pronounced notes of dried apricot, raisin, and honey. Underlying notes of vanilla, butterscotch, and subtle tropical fruit develop with time in the glass.
• Palate: Smooth and well-balanced with rich Madeira wine influence. Notes of toffee, dried fruits, orange peel, and toasted oak. A gentle spiciness with hints of cinnamon and nutmeg.
• Finish: Medium to long with lingering sweetness, dried fruit, and subtle oak spice.

Production Details

• Maturation: Initially matured in American oak casks before being finished in Portuguese Madeira wine casks, which impart distinctive sweet and fruity characteristics.
• Non-chill filtered: Bottled without chill filtration to preserve the whisky's natural oils and flavors.
• Natural color: No artificial coloring added.

Perfect For

• Whisky enthusiasts looking to explore unique wine cask finishes.
• Those who enjoy sweeter single malts with rich fruit profiles.
• Evening sipping, particularly as an after-dinner dram.

Expert Notes

• "The Madeira wood finish adds a delightful sweetness and complexity to Inchmurrin's naturally fruity spirit, creating a well-balanced and approachable Highland single malt."

Interesting Facts

• Inchmurrin is named after the largest island in Loch Lomond, where the distillery is located.
• Loch Lomond Distillery is one of the few in Scotland that produces both malt and grain whisky and uses unique straight-necked pot stills.
• The distillery's unique still design allows for production of different styles of single malt, with Inchmurrin being their fruitier, lighter style.

Serving Suggestions

• Neat: Best enjoyed neat to fully appreciate the Madeira influence.
• With Water: A few drops of water can open up additional fruity notes.
• Food Pairing: Pairs well with dark chocolate, sticky toffee pudding, or aged cheeses.

Distillery

• Loch Lomond Distillery – Established in 1966, reopened in 1987 after a period of closure.
• Location: Alexandria, Dunbartonshire, Scotland.
• Notable Characteristics: Known for innovative production methods and versatility in whisky styles produced.