Independent bottler Uncharted Whisky Company released this whisky as part of its “Rumours” triptych. Chapter 3 is an intriguing 14-year-old single malt from a secret Islay distillery. Distilled in September 2008 and bottled in April 2023, this whisky has been matured in an ex-bourbon hogshead (cask UC016), preserving the distillery’s coastal and smoky character. Bottled all natural at a bold cask strength of 58.2% ABV, the cask yielded just 276 bottles.
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.
Ed Leigh is a recognized authority on independent bottlers and artisan Scotch whisky. In 2019, he founded TopWhiskies.com, a specialist retailer dedicated to promoting these often family-run businesses and showcasing their small-batch releases. Based in London, Ed holds certifications in both wine and spirits from The Wine & Spirit Education Trust.
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