Bruichladdich 13 Year Old from the latest batch of That Boutique-y Whisky Company releases. Would it be possible to give a bit more information about the wood guys?
Bruichladdich 13 yo (47,6%, That Boutique-y Whisky Co 2018, Batch #11, 478 btl.)
Bruichladdich 13 yo (47,6%, That Boutique-y Whisky Co 2018, Batch #11, 478 btl.)Nose: very nice, a rather unique profile that reminds me of Benromach’s excellent 10. A mix of mineral notes, dried grasses, overripe banana, hints of melons, as well as a faint farmy note. Pineapple slices and dried orange, a touch of ozone. Really good.
Mouth: similar mix of mineral notes, a little kirsch, and fruity notes. Lemons, oranges, melons, a little plum eau-de-vie. Soft herbs and white pepper in the background, as well as some toasted oak.
Finish: medium long, natural, with a little custard and a coastal / mineral edge.
I love this style, rather anti-modern and smartly executed. Austerity and fruits, hand in hand, and this farmy edge… Gotta love Bruichladdich. Around € 90 from Master of Malt.
Score: 89/100