Port Charlotte 10 Years Heavily Peated Islay Single [700ML]

Description

Looking for an Islay whisky that delivers serious peat power without overwhelming your palate?

The Port Charlotte 10 Years Heavily Peated Islay Single Malt represents Bruichladdich Distillery’s bold vision of what modern Islay whisky should be. This heavily peated expression at 40 PPM strikes an remarkable balance between intensity and elegance, earning its spot as #4 in Whisky Advocate’s Top 20 Whiskies of 2018. Unlike the medicinal character found in traditional Islay expressions like Ardbeg, Port Charlotte offers a distinctive heathery barbecue smoke style that’s both approachable and complex.

**Technical Specifications:**
• Distillery: Bruichladdich – progressive Islay distillery established 1881
• Region: Islay, Scotland – known for maritime influence and peat character
• ABV: 50% – cask strength intensity for bold flavor delivery
• Volume: 700ml
• Maturation: Predominantly first-fill American oak bourbon casks with second-fill American oak and French wine casks
• Tasting Notes: Woody floral smoke on the nose, intense oily palate with caramel, coconut, orchard fruits, and coastal saltiness, long finish of smoke, peach, and citrus minerals
• Best Served: Neat at room temperature in a Glencairn glass, or with a splash of water to open aromatics

Our team at Mr. Chow’s Liquor Store has sampled countless peated whiskies, and this expression impresses with its sophisticated smoke integration and tropical fruit complexity – qualities rarely found together in heavily peated malts.

Ideal for: Whisky enthusiasts seeking peat complexity, special celebrations, and collector additions. Pairs with: Rich Malaysian dishes like beef rendang and char siu. Recommended for: Those who enjoy peated Islay expressions or smoky aged whiskies with fruit-forward profiles.