Bruichladdich Port Charlotte 10 Year Old Single Malt Whisky 700ml

Bruichladdich Port Charlotte 10 Year Old Single Malt Whisky 700ml

Bruichladdich Port Charlotte 10 Year Old Single malt is a heavily peated single malt that showcases the complexity and elegance of Islay whiskies. Distilled and matured on the shores of Loch Indaal, this expression is crafted from 100% Scottish barley and aged in a combination of ex-bourbon, sherry, and French wine casks. Balancing robust peat smoke with maritime and fruity notes, Bruichladdich Port Charlotte it offers a modern interpretation of Islay’s smoky heritage.

• Brand: Bruichladdich
• Expression: Port Charlotte 10 Year Old
• Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
• Region: Islay, Scotland
• Volume: 700mL
• ABV: 50%

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: Waves of smoky peat, coastal sea breeze, and earthy bonfire notes, underscored by hints of citrus, honey, and vanilla.
• Palate: A rich and creamy mouthfeel with flavors of smoky bacon, toasted oak, dark chocolate, and sweet malt, layered with subtle fruitiness and spices.
• Finish: Long and warming, with lingering smoke, dry oak, and a touch of brine.

Key Features:

• Heavily Peated: Boasts 40ppm (phenol parts per million), delivering a bold yet balanced smoky profile.
• Sustainably Crafted: Made using Islay spring water and aged exclusively on the island, with a focus on environmental responsibility.
• Complex Aging: Matured in a mix of American whiskey and European wine casks for depth and complexity.
• Award-Winning: Recognized globally for its exceptional quality and craftsmanship.

Other reviews… “Very high quality & teasingly complex peated malt” 95 points – Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2022

…After many limited releases, we finally have a permanent age-statement expression of Port Charlotte, with a satisfying number of years under its belt…. It is peated to 40ppm, in line with other Islay heavy-hitters, but the peat is never a blunt instrument, retaining sufficient restraint to allow other characteristics—maritime notes, the sweetness of caramel, coconut, and orchard fruits—to shine through. Number 4 in the 2018 Top 20 93 points – whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Gavin Smith (Winter 2018)

…This new official Port Charlotte 10 is matured in a mix of first and second fill bourbon casks and refill French oak wine casks. Colour: gold. Nose: Lemon infused ash with a pack of unlit herbal cigarettes, lemon oil and soot. Goes on with many coastal and shoreline aromas such as seaweed and sandalwood notes. You may also add coal smoke, lanolin, sweet peat smoke and a little dried mint leaf. With water: becomes more citrus now with lots of lime and lemon juice, a hint of guava and some rather elegant pebbley and flinty mineral qualities.

Mouth: Another acrid, punchily saline and maritime Port Charlotte. Lots of background farmyard notes and smoked barley aspects. Peppered mackerel, smoked hay, antiseptic and a little sourdough starter. With water: extremely ashy, drying and peppery now. Moves towards barley and tar with time. Finish: Long, salty, lemony, lots of hay, smoked cereals and dry earth.

Comments: Not quite the equal of the 2001 but for a standard, entry level official bottling this is impressive and I think very good. What I find terrific is how loyal to the distillery character this is, everything feels refreshingly honest and distillate forward which I love. I also think it’s a smart direction to take when so many contemporaries – especially elsewhere on Islay – are increasingly reliant on wood doctoring for their own bottlings. In short: pure, loyal, extremely drinkable and worthwhile. – 89 points – whiskyfun.com