Bunnahabhain An Cuan Garbh No.1 15 Years 70 cl. 51,6%

Bunnahabhain An Cuan Garbh No.1 15 Years is an expressive and refined Islay single malt that brings together the distillery’s distinctive coastal character with the bright, fruit-led richness of White Port cask influence. The name An Cuan Garbh, meaning “the rough sea”, evokes the rugged coastline of Islay and the sense of journey, patience and transformation that defines this limited release. Matured for fifteen years, the whisky shows impressive depth and balance, allowing Bunnahabhain’s naturally full-bodied, oily and gently maritime spirit to unfold alongside layers of orchard fruit, honeyed sweetness and soft spice. On the nose, it opens with ripe peach, apricot, apple, pear, citrus peel and delicate floral tones, followed by toasted malt, almonds, soft oak and a gentle warming spice. The palate is generous and textured, offering notes of candied lemon, honeyed nuts, stone fruit, malt sweetness and a rounded port-wine fruitiness that adds elegance without overwhelming the distillery character. Its higher strength gives the whisky presence, concentration and structure, while the natural colour and non-chill filtered presentation preserve a rich and authentic mouthfeel. The finish is long, warming and graceful, with lingering notes of sweet fruit, nutty malt, mild spice and a subtle coastal freshness. This is a compelling release for whisky drinkers who enjoy complexity, texture and a fruit-forward interpretation of Islay single malt without heavy peat smoke.