Description
The Port Askaig Islay CASK STRENGTH Islay Single Malt #01-2023 59.4% Vol. 0.7 l is a powerful and intense Islay single malt Scotch whisky that impressively embodies the distinctive characteristics of the famous Scottish whisky island of Islay. The Port Askaig brand stands for high-quality and authentic Islay bottlings with a strong focus on maritime character, peat smoke and natural cask strength. This limited Cask Strength Edition #01-2023 was bottled at a strong 59.4% alcohol content and offers an unadulterated flavour experience with full intensity and exceptional depth.
Typical of a high-quality Islay single malt whisky, the Port Askaig Cask Strength presents itself with powerful smoky notes, maritime freshness and complex spice. The cask strength bottling preserves all of the natural flavours and oils, making this Scottish cask strength whisky particularly intense and full-bodied. The combination of peat smoke, citrus freshness, salty coastal notes and spicy oak makes this limited Islay bottling a characterful experience for lovers of smoky Scotch whiskies.
Tasting NoteColour: Golden with amber reflections.
Nose: Intense peat smoke with maritime notes, citrus fruits, pepper and fine vanilla.
Flavour: Powerful and full-bodied with smoke, salty sea breeze, roasted malt, citrus zest and spicy oak.
Finish: Langs, smoky and complex with dry spice and maritime freshness.
The Port Askaig Islay CASK STRENGTH #01-2023 is ideal for pure enjoyment, ideally with a few drops of water, which allows the complex smoke and coastal flavours to unfold even more intensely. This strong Islay single malt Scotch whisky harmonises particularly well with smoked salmon, BBQ dishes, strong hard cheese, dark chocolate or oysters and seafood. Thanks to its intense peatiness and high cask strength, this limited cask strength bottling is ideal for discerning whisky tasters and lovers of authentic Islay whiskies.
