This is the eighth edition of the Islay Barley releases and despite not carrying an age statement, per se, this is an 8 year old unpeated single malt, which has been matured in a combination of 75% first fill American oak casks, and 25% second fill French oak casks having previously contained Ribera del Duero, Syrah, and Pauillac wines.

Their signature barley malt nose and coastal scent, are front and centre coupled with a little citrus and barley sugar sweetness. It’s got a little floral flavour to it too with little apple and pear fruity flavours popping off throughout. It’s more of the same on the tongue, as those barley sugars arrive upfront along with some salted caramel and a delicious light fruity sweetness courtesy of apple and peach flavours. A decent white oaky spice and boozy finish close the show with a touch of citrus and a good tingle of the tastebuds.