Bruichladdich Laddie Eight Travel Exclusive Islay Single Malt [700ML]

Description

Looking for an Islay single malt that breaks the peated stereotype with pure elegance and complexity?

Bruichladdich Laddie Eight represents the distillery’s mastery of unpeated Islay whisky, proving that Scotland’s whisky island can produce more than just smoky drams. This 8-year-old expression showcases the distillery’s progressive approach under Head Distiller Adam Hannett, crafted from 100% Scottish barley and matured in a careful selection of American and European oak casks. While many associate Islay with intense peat smoke like Big Peat Islay Blended Malt, this bottling offers a completely different perspective, similar to how Ardbeg 10 Year Old showcases its own unique Islay character.

• Distillery: Bruichladdich, Isle of Islay – founded 1881, known for progressive whisky making
• Region: Islay, Scotland – unpeated expression showcasing terroir without smoke
• ABV: 50% – cask strength intensity delivering full flavor impact
• Volume: 700ml
• Maturation: American and European oak casks, approximately 55 different barrels selected
• Tasting Notes: Citrusy lemon nose, velvety palate with tropical mango and peach, buttery toffee and vanilla, soft oak spice finish
• Best Served: Neat or with a splash of water to open the tropical fruit notes

Our team at Mr. Chow’s Liquor Store has found this expression remarkably approachable despite its cask strength bottling, delivering tropical complexity without heat. The non-chill filtered presentation preserves every nuance that younger expressions often lack.

Ideal for: Whisky enthusiasts exploring Islay beyond peat, sophisticated dinner parties, collectors seeking travel exclusives. Pairs with: Rich Malaysian desserts like kuih lapis, creamy laksa, or tropical fruit platters. Recommended for: Those who appreciate complexity in younger whiskies, complementing collections featuring BenRiach Smoky 12 Years for contrast.