Scarabus Islay Single Malt Sherry Cask Edition

Country : Scotland

Region : Islay

Type : Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Bottler : Hunter Laing

Age : NAS

Alcohol : 46%

Content : 0,7 Liter

Bottled : 07.05.2024

Cask type : Finish 1st Fill Sherry Cask

Food Producer/Importer : Hunter Laing, 16 Park Circus, Glasgow G3 6AX, GB

Aroma:
Smoky: Typical of an Islay whisky, with an intense, peaty smokiness that immediately hits the nose.
Fruity: Rich notes of dark fruits, such as raisins, plums and figs, which come from the sherry cask maturation.
Sweetness: Caramel, toffee and some vanilla, with a slight honey note in the background.
Spices: A subtle spiciness with hints of cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves.

Taste:
Smoke and peat: The typical Islay smoke is also dominant on the palate, but remains pleasant and not too overpowering.
Fruity and sweet: The sherry cask maturation brings with it a pleasant sweetness, including dried fruits such as dates and raisins as well as a clear chocolate note.
Spicy: Warming spices such as cinnamon, pepper and a little nutmeg unfold over the course of the cask, providing additional complexity.
Nuts and oak: Slight nutty notes, accompanied by a dry oak note on the finish.

Finish:
Long and warming: The finish is long and rich, with a nice balance between smoke, sweet fruitiness and spicy oak flavors.
Peat: The smoke lingers and leaves a pleasant peaty aftertaste, paired with a subtle, fruity sweetness.

Conclusion:
The Scarabus Sherry Cask Edition is an ideal whisky for lovers of peaty Islay malts, but who also appreciate the sweet, fruity and complex influences of sherry cask maturation.