Port Askaig 12 Year Old, Spring Edition 2020

Distilled in 2007 and matured over 12 years, this Port Askaig showcases the very best of Islay.
This limited bottling features two distinct vintages from a distillery on the north-east coast of Islay, close to the village of Port Askaig.
Eighteen ex-bourbon hogsheads from both 2006 and 2007 have been used to create a multi-faceted single malt displaying a perfect balance of sweetness and smoke.
Non chill-filtered and bottled at natural strength, this is young and vibrant Islay at its best.

Tasting notes
NOSE - The smokiness of peated malt fresh from the kiln melding with a background of zesty lemon oil and sea breeze. A maritime minerality drifts in.
PALATE - Lemon sherbet and key lime pie accented by the sweetness of stone fruits. This blends with sooty smoke from a large hearth and boasts a toffee-led sweetness underneath.
FINISH - Rich, barbecued Persian black lemon and dried mint leaves linger with fresh turf. A touch of smoked paprika has the last word.

Ideal to be paired with Islay Chocolate from Chocisky.

We are pretty certain this is Caol Ila, bottled by Elixir Distillers in their Port Askaig range.