Port Askaig 100 Proof

Port Askaig 100 Proof, NAS, 57.1 %

So we continue exploring young-ish, fiery Islay whiskies without age statement. This time a single malt from independent bottler Elixir Distillers. The Port Askaig 100 Proof is named as such because it is bottled at 100 British Proof, which equals to 57.15 % ABV.

The Port Askaig 100 Proof is available to buy in Norway starting Thursday this week at NOK 899 (11387401).

Nose: Dry and earthy Islay smoke. Salty and oaky. Rich notes of malt and apples. Hints of citrus.

Taste: Wow, it really does fire on all cylinders! Peaty and smoky. Black pepper and chilli. Maritime and rich.

Finish: Medium long finish. Dry with caramel and vanilla. Malt and a touch of toasted oak. Chocolate.

Comment: Hot damn! This is not a very subtle dram, but that might just be quite OK.

Score 86/100

Sláinte!
- Thomas