Port Charlotte PC8 Ar Dùthchas (70cl, 60.5%)

Bruichladdich, founded in 1881 on Islay's western coast, is a distillery known for its innovative approach to whisky-making within a traditional framework. After closing in 1994, it was revived in 2001 and has since gained renown for its emphasis on terroir, using Islay-grown barley and highlighting the island's unique environmental influences. The distillery produces three distinct styles: unpeated Bruichladdich, heavily peated Port Charlotte (which includes PC8), and ultra-heavily peated Octomore. Despite its acquisition by Rémy Cointreau in 2012, Bruichladdich maintains its commitment to artisanal production methods, transparency, and local employment, making it a significant player in both Islay's economy and the wider Scotch whisky industry.

Port Charlotte PC8 is a heavily peated single malt Scotch whisky from the Bruichladdich distillery on Islay. Aged for 8 years, it offers an intense, smoky profile balanced by sweet and maritime notes. The nose presents peat smoke, sea spray, and hints of vanilla. On the palate, expect bold flavors of smoked meats, iodine, and dark chocolate, with underlying sweetness. The finish is long and warming, with lingering peat and a touch of citrus. Bottled at a robust 60.5% ABV, PC8 delivers a powerful yet nuanced experience for peat lovers.