This elegant 21 year old malt whisky imparts soft enticing aromas of vanilla, oak and peat. Refined, rich and well rounded.
Poit Dhubh, named after the Gaelic term for an illicit still, celebrates the illustrious tradition of illicit whisky-making which became legendary throughout the history of the Gaeltachd of the Highlands and Islands of Scotland. The illicit stills being regarded traditionally as a source of some of the most revered whiskies, held in high regard by connoisseurs of discerning taste.
Following the best of whisky making traditions and omitting the modern chilfiltering process, the heart of the whisky is preserved intact, giving a distinctively softer, fuller and richer character, acclaimed by connoisseurs.
Nose: Soft enticing suggestions of vanilla, oak and peat. Robust yet well rounded.
Palate: Complex and full-flavoured, with rich peat and smoke overtones balanced by a sweet sherry wood smoothness.
Finish: Long, warm soft and gently spicy
This was awarded a Gold Medal at the 2008 International Wine and Spirit Competition. Poit Dhubh (pronounced Potch Goo) is Gaelic for Black Pot, a name for an illicit still. This is a blended malt.
