The gentle taste of Bunnahabhain is due partly to the lightly peated malted barley used in its creation as well as the pure spring waters of the Margadale River, trapped underground away from the peaty moorlands. The nose offers a fresh and aromatic experience with a subtle whiff of smoke floating through the air. The taste starts with a light fruit and nut appeal that leads to a spectacular malty sweetness, finishing into a beautifully rich, full-bodied, lingering experience.
Intensely malty. The palate entry is off-dry, slightly salty and intensely cereal-like; the midpalate stage highlights the medium-sweet grain and oak. Finishes off-dry to medium sweet and grainy-malty.— P.P. (8/1/2006) — 80-84
Tasting Notes This beautiful golden spirit’s nose releases honeyed nuts and a slightly sea-induced salty tang. Rich toffee and leathery oak aromas can be sensed upon further inspection. The palate is influenced by mellow sherried nuts and shavings of the finest natural oak wood.The voyage ends with dry notes that are interspersed with mixed spices fading magnificently into a light salt and sherry finale.
Technical Notes Bunnahabhain Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky has been adding to its portfolio with the long awaited release of two exciting new mature additions, an 18 year old and a 25 year old. These charming single malts are unequivocally inviting, with a gentle taste profile that makes them quite distinct from many other Islay whiskies. The Bunnahabhain journey is one to be enjoyed by all.