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Whiskey Review: Kilchoman Loch Gorm

We delve into the Kilchoman Loch Gorm in this review of an Islay whisky, checking out how the use of sherry cask aging plays into this Scotch.

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  • Tish Lester is a former restauranteur and whiskey enthusiast.
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Kilchoman Loch Gorm

Tasting Notes

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Appearance:
Although the label states the color as reddish gold, my particular spirit is pale straw. Slippery in the glass, with quick legs, it coats evenly with tiny droplets.
Nose:
A true and peaty Islay, heather and smoke are in the fore with ginger and layers of tamarind and lemon peel.
Palate:
Silky on the palate, with medium smoke, before mineral and brine come forward, giving way to star anise and preserved lemons. Finish: The finish is not too long, with baked green apple, marmalade and lingering smoke. With Islay whiskies, it is a tricky business adding sweetness and fruit to what has traditionally been a seaside explosion of savory flavors. In the case of Kilchoman, less is definitely more. Five years in Sherry casks imparts pleasant citrus notes that underscore, rather than detract from, the main attraction – like squeezing lemon on a plateau de fruits de mer. In this respect, Kilchoman’s Loch Gorm is a breath of fresh Islay air. I score the Kilchoman Loch Gorman 87 points.
Finish:
The finish is not too long, with baked green apple, marmalade and lingering smoke.
Comments:

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash 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.

Tish Lester

Tish Lester, a former restauranteur, embarked on a journey into the world of whiskey fueled by her passion for exquisite flavors. An enthusiastic participant in the whiskey community, she has attended numerous nosings, tastings, and masterclasses across Europe and the United States. Tish's explorations have led her to a profound realization: for every moment in life, there exists an ideal whiskey pairing. Currently, she savors her daily dram near Portland, Oregon.

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