There is a lot to like about Whisky Review: Isle of Skye 18-Year-Old on paper — s) Tasting Notes: Isle of Skye 18-Year-Old Vital Stats: Blended scotch has been doing interesting work. and $64.99. Pleasant floral aromas permeate the nose with scents of fresh spring water, poached pear, le, let us see if it lives up to expectations.
Nose
Pleasant floral aromas permeate the nose with scents of fresh spring water, poached pear, lemon zest, and fresh cut green grass, along with hints of maple syrup soaked peaches and slightly buttery marcona almond. offers citrus zest, fruitcake, and toffee notes. Iain Weir, Brand Director for Isle of Skye Blended Scotch Whisky said in a prepared statement, We are delighted to share the updated Isle of Skye range with the U.S. The unique, rich flavors of the whisky are a testament to the careful blending and premium malts and grain that we use to create it. Our stunning new packaging really tells the story of the brand and showcases its heritage on the ancient Isle of Skye. Isle of Skye 18-Year-Old won Gold in the 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. The full range of Isle of Skye Blended Scotch Whisky is now available in the U.S. market nationwide at select retailers in 700 ml sized bottles. We review Isle of Skye 18-Year-Old, a blend of peated island malts that have been matched with Speyside and Highland malts as well as grain whiskies. (image via Ian Macleod Distillers) Tasting Notes: Isle of Skye 18-Year-Old Vital Stats: Blended scotch, 700 ml bottle SRP $64.99. Appearance: Burnt amber. Nose: Pleasant floral aromas permeate the nose with scents of fresh spring water, poached pear, lemon zest, and fresh cut green grass, along with hints of maple syrup soaked peaches and slightly buttery marcona almond. Palate: The palate is a curious departure from the nose with flavor notes of buttery caramel, green bell pepper, warm baking spices, salted pretzels, and a hint of chocolate cake.
Palate
This expression boasts an intriguing flavor profile thats nicely complex with a silky smooth, long finish. It offers a delicate texture with a well balanced depth of character thats both delicately sweet and savory. Very nice representation of what Isle of Skye blended scotch has to offer. A great price point for sipping neat and a solid contender as a base component for your hand-crafted whisky cocktails that wont overpower your subsequent ingredients.
Finish
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: Isle of Skye 18-Year-Old delivers the goods. It is well-made, genuinely enjoyable, and at $64.99. Pleasant floral aromas permeate the nose with scents of fresh spring water, poached pear, le represents solid value for what you are getting. I would happily buy this again.
