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Whisky Review: Port Askaig 33 Year Old

We review Port Askaig 33 Year Old, an Islay style Scotch single malt whisky from an independent bottler.

OVERALL RATING

8
$850.00
  • Courtney Kristjana is a leading US whiskey taster and aspiring Master of Scotch.
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Tasting Notes

About:

50.3% ABV; sourced Islay single malt whisky aged in an ex-bourbon cask for 33 years; 700mL ~$850.
Appearance:
18k gold.
Nose:
Smoky apple hits upfront as fresh garden mint follows. There is a mix up sweet and savory in this dram. Plum and vanilla bean waft through along with wildflower. At the end of the nose, there is a sense of apple wood smoked jerky.
Palate:
It’s very bright at the forefront. Spicy with a mild sweetness. Leather rounds out the whisky, but there is another flavor that bites back and not because of the ABV…sweaty sock??? However, I also detect a hint of salt that makes the whole thing remind me of salted black licorice. Tobacco and leather linger on the tongue for the finish, while the afterglow is very warming.
Finish:
Comments:
The Port Askaig 33 Year Old is a savory single malt whisky. It’s like a meal in a dram. I would love to bring this whisky with me on a hike to enjoy while viewing the scenery after reaching the top. If you can find it, and can afford a bottle for that matter, it is worthy to add to your collection.

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.

Courtney Kristjana

Courtney Kristjana is a leading whiskey taster in the United States. Inspired by an article on Heather Greene, she left her career in Gerontology to pursue her passion for whiskey. Currently studying to become a Master of Scotch, Courtney dreams of one day being nominated for the Keepers of the Quaich. Her reviews may be as strong as the peat in her scotch, but she guarantees honesty, integrity, and an open mind.

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