Kilkerran
Heavily Peated - Batch No. 14
- 58.3
- 70cl
- Taste: 4
- 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, operations ceased 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.
A departure from Kilkerran's typically lightly peated single malt. The Heavily Peated is released twice per year at cask strength and around 45PPM. Although maturation can vary, they typically mature it predominantly in Bourbon casks. The Kilkerran Heavily Peated Batch No. 14 maturation is 90% Bourbon Casks and 10% Sherry Casks.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose - Honeycomb, wholemeal toast, chargrilled sea food and smokey bacon.
Palate - Smoke, lemon shortbread, melon and ham.
Finish - Nicely balanced. Peat smoke, lemon zest, icing sugar and a sweet buttery mouthfeel.
Limited to 1 bottle 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, operations ceased 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.
A departure from Kilkerran's typically lightly peated single malt. The Heavily Peated is released twice per year at cask strength and around 45PPM. Although maturation can vary, they typically mature it predominantly in Bourbon casks. The Kilkerran Heavily Peated Batch No. 14 maturation is 90% Bourbon Casks and 10% Sherry Casks.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose - Honeycomb, wholemeal toast, chargrilled sea food and smokey bacon.
Palate - Smoke, lemon shortbread, melon and ham.
Finish - Nicely balanced. Peat smoke, lemon zest, icing sugar and a sweet buttery mouthfeel.
Limited to 1 bottle 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