Kilchoman Distillery is one of the most distinctive distilleries on Islay – and also one of the youngest. Founded in 2005 by Anthony Wills, Kilchoman set out to revive the traditional farm distillery concept, where the entire whisky-making process takes place on-site. From growing the barley to malting, distilling, maturing, and bottling, everything happens on Kilchoman Farm on the rugged west coast of Islay. The result is whisky deeply rooted in the island’s wild landscape, coastal climate, and artisanal spirit.
Kilchoman Batch Strength Tour Edition is a special release created to showcase the full strength and character of the distillery. Bottled at its natural cask strength of 57%, it delivers an intense and concentrated experience. The whisky has matured in a carefully balanced mix of first-fill bourbon barrels, oloroso sherry casks, and re-charred red wine casks — a combination that adds depth, warmth, and complexity to the smoky Islay profile.
On the nose, it opens with fresh maritime aromas, peat smoke, and sea salt, followed by sweet notes of citrus, ripe fruit, and caramel. The palate is rich and powerful, with hints of vanilla, toffee, dried fruits, and a touch of spice. The finish is long, warm, and smoky, where sweetness and saltiness blend beautifully together.
This Tour Edition presents Kilchoman at its most honest and unfiltered — a whisky with soul, structure, and depth, reflecting the distillery’s craftsmanship and passion. It is ideal for the experienced whisky drinker who appreciates cask strength and complexity, but also for collectors seeking something truly authentic from Islay.
Kilchoman Batch Strength Tour Edition rewards patience and curiosity — a whisky best enjoyed slowly, perhaps with a few drops of water to open up its many layers of aroma and flavor.
