There is a lot to like about Whisky Review: Bruichladdich Black Art 11.1 on paper. At 44.2% ABV); $549 and $549.99, let us see if it lives up to expectations.
Nose
Dried apricots and caramel butterscotch richly fill the nose, with candle wax, green apples, nutmeg, and rosemary finding their place between the two.
Palate
This is a lovely dram that grows on you with each successive sip, layering on new complexity but never overwhelms. Tending toward balance, no one flavor pulls too strongly and is unquestionably smooth with a slight spice to let you know its still there. The high price of entry encourages savoring, which seems to be the intent of the whisky anyhow, though I would be curious to know how it stacks up against other Black Art releases, just to know how individual it really is.
Finish
Caramel rears its head, while dried currants and coriander seeds slightly mute it. I cant help but notice a slight iodine or marine quality, but it is lost in notes of pats and honey on cedar. The finish is a mix of almonds, oak and flint. Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by Whiskeyful or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.
The Bottom Line
Whisky Review: Bruichladdich Black Art 11.1 delivers the goods. It is well-made, genuinely enjoyable, and at $549.99 represents solid value for what you are getting. I would happily buy this again.
