Bruichladdich – Islay Barley 2010 (2017) (70cl, 50%)

This is a single malt from Bruichladdich on Islay, distilled in 2010 and bottled on 5 September 2017 at 50% in a 70cl bottle. It is made only from barley grown on eight Islay farms: Coull, Cruach, Dunlossit, Island, Mulindry, Rockside, Starchmill and Sunderland. It matured for six years in ex-bourbon and French wine barrels, and is uncoloured and non-chill filtered. The nose brings fresh citrus, green apple, vanilla, light spice and a hint of salty sea air. The palate is lively, with lime, honey, white fruit, spice and elegant oak. The finish is fresh and long, with mineral notes and natural maltiness.