“The Kilchoman Family Collection, both this year and in the years to come, showcases some of our most treasured casks. We are especially proud to release our first globally available 20 Year Old as part of the First Edition collection. Discovering and tasting these exceptional casks in our warehouses remains one of the great joys of what we do. As a family, we have dedicated the past two decades to crafting the finest spirit and selecting the very best casks, so seeing that commitment and care come to fruition is very rewarding,” Anthony Wills Kilchoman Founder.
The oldest general release ever bottled by Kilchoman Distillery, and a glimpse into what mature Kilchoman can become given time and excellent bourbon casks. Released as the headline act of the inaugural Family Casks series, this 20-year-old Islay single malt trades raw peat power for depth and texture while still keeping the distillery’s coastal soul intact.
Tasting Note by The Chaps at Master of Malt
Nose
Antique oak, lemon oils, beeswax, soft peat smoke, and baked apple, with hints of vanilla tobacco and sea salt.
Palate
Honeyed malt, charred citrus, toasted coconut, white pepper, and layered maritime peat smoke.
Finish
Fading smoke, oak spice, citrus zest, and lingering mineral salinity.
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While it very possible the Kilchoman Family Collection are Cask Strength, there is no statement confirming such in any of the release information. It doesn't appear to be stated on the label.
