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Whisky Review: Isle Of Skye 8-Year-Old

We review Isle of Skye 8-Year-Old, a blend of peated island malts that have been matched with Speyside and Highland malts as well as grain whiskies.

OVERALL RATING

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Isle of Skye 8-Year-Old review

Tasting Notes

About:

80 proof (40% ABV), blended scotch, 700 ml bottle SRP $20.99.
Appearance:
Chestnut/Oloroso.
Nose:
Along with a gentle earthy fragrance, on the nose are notes of spice, caramel, pine, lemon zest, and fresh cut grass, with a hint of white chocolate and sea salt.
Palate:
has smoke, shellfish, toffee, vanilla and heather. 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 8-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 8-Year-Old Vital Stats: 80 proof (40% ABV), blended scotch, 700 ml bottle SRP $20.99. Appearance: Chestnut/Oloroso. Nose: Along with a gentle earthy fragrance, on the nose are notes of spice, caramel, pine, lemon zest, and fresh cut grass, with a hint of white chocolate and sea salt. Palate: The palate offers notes of sea salted rich caramel, brown sugar, baking spices, cinnamon apple, and burned mandarin peel, with hints of clove and charcoal smoke.
Finish:
Comments:
Approachable and delectable, with a very reasonable price point that almost makes this a steal. The Speyside and Highland malt grain elements are well represented, evenly balanced and thoughtfully incorporated. This blend has a long finish that’s slightly dry with a subtle oiliness all rounded out by an ideally complex depth of character. The salty character is not overwhelming and nicely compliments the broad flavor profile.

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.

Jennifer Williams

Jennifer Williams honed her appreciation for patrons with a discerning taste for fine whiskey during her 15-year tenure as a bartender in Dallas, Texas. Since relocating to Portland, Oregon in 2019, she graduated from Portland State University with a major in English Literature and a minor in Writing. During her final term at PSU, Jennifer served as the Arts & Culture editor for the university's monthly magazine, The Pacific Sentinel. A voracious reader, outdoor runner, and aspiring photographer, Jennifer also harbors a deep love for classic jazz. She always welcomes the opportunity to share a whiskey and engaging conversation with both her cherished friends from Texas and the many new companions she's made since settling in Oregon.

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