Kilkerran
8 Years Old Cask Strength - Bourbon Cask Matured
- 57.7
- 70cl
- Taste: 3
- Campbeltown
Kilkerran is derived from the Gaelic 'Ceann Loch Cille Chiarain' which is the name of the original settlement where Saint Kieran had his religious cell and Campbeltown now stands. When considering a name for a new Campbeltown Malt, Kilkerran emerged as a fitting choice. Diverging from the convention of old Campbeltown distilleries usually adopting names associated with a Glen, a practice more commonly linked with the Speyside region. Glengyle Distillery...
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Kilkerran is derived from the Gaelic 'Ceann Loch Cille Chiarain' which is the name of the original settlement where Saint Kieran had his religious cell and Campbeltown now stands.
When considering a name for a new Campbeltown Malt, Kilkerran emerged as a fitting choice. Diverging from the convention of old Campbeltown distilleries usually adopting names associated with a Glen, a practice more commonly linked with the Speyside region.
Glengyle Distillery is a Scotch whisky distillery located in Campbeltown, Scotland. Establishing its official status in 2004, Glengyle Distillery's roots extend to the historic Glengyle Distillery, active in the 19th century before ceasing operations in 1925.
Owned by the Mitchell family, the distillery operates under the Mitchell's Glengyle Limited company. The Mitchells also own the renowned Springbank Distillery in Campbeltown. Many consider Kilkerran the "sister distillery" to Springbank, as it shares traditional production methods and a dedication to craftsmanship.
Part of the core range, 8 Years Old Cask Strength releases annually, with this edition being matured in Bourbon casks.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose - Notes of butterscotch and custard creams lead, with apple butter and white miso. Cream sponge and poached pear sweetness follows.
Palate - There is a creaminess on the palate in notes of shortbread crust and smooth caramel chocolate. Notes of gooseberries, white grapes, cigar box smoke and sandalwood developing.
Finish - Hints of green peppercorn and honeydew melon emerge in the finish, alongside an ashy note.
Limited to 2 bottles per customer.
When considering a name for a new Campbeltown Malt, Kilkerran emerged as a fitting choice. Diverging from the convention of old Campbeltown distilleries usually adopting names associated with a Glen, a practice more commonly linked with the Speyside region.
Glengyle Distillery is a Scotch whisky distillery located in Campbeltown, Scotland. Establishing its official status in 2004, Glengyle Distillery's roots extend to the historic Glengyle Distillery, active in the 19th century before ceasing operations in 1925.
Owned by the Mitchell family, the distillery operates under the Mitchell's Glengyle Limited company. The Mitchells also own the renowned Springbank Distillery in Campbeltown. Many consider Kilkerran the "sister distillery" to Springbank, as it shares traditional production methods and a dedication to craftsmanship.
Part of the core range, 8 Years Old Cask Strength releases annually, with this edition being matured in Bourbon casks.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose - Notes of butterscotch and custard creams lead, with apple butter and white miso. Cream sponge and poached pear sweetness follows.
Palate - There is a creaminess on the palate in notes of shortbread crust and smooth caramel chocolate. Notes of gooseberries, white grapes, cigar box smoke and sandalwood developing.
Finish - Hints of green peppercorn and honeydew melon emerge in the finish, alongside an ashy note.
Limited to 2 bottles per customer.
Tasting Rating Guide
1: Light, good for beginners - an aperitif on a summers day, i.e. Glengoyne, Auchentoshan
2: Also good for beginners but with more depth and body - a little stronger than 1, ie. Glenmorangie, Speyburn
3: A dram for everyone, a little more complex so the palate requires a little more experience, i.e. Cragganmore, Macallan
4: A stronger spirit, a big whisky with lots of character and body, excellent after dinner, i.e. Lagavulin, Laphroaig