The Ledaig Sinclair Series is a single malt whisky inspired by the founder of Tobermory Distillery, John Sinclair. This series celebrates the heritage and creative approach to distilling. The first release in the Sinclair Series, Ledaig Rioja Cask Finish, is made with heavily peated barley and matured in ex-bourbon casks before being finished in hand-selected Spanish Rioja casks. This process imparts a unique, reddish, shimmering color and adds dark fruit notes to the smoky style malt.
The whisky has a varied and rich aroma, opening with notes of roses, candied fruits, and grapes. A creamy mouthfeel leads to flavors of chocolate, almonds, pepper, and a sweet maltiness. The finish features lingering smoke, topped off with red fruits and sea spray.
This single malt contains powerful flavors of smoke, spice, grape, and sweet berries, with a lingering saltiness. Aromas of Turkish Delight, candied orange peel, leather, black pepper, and dark chocolate fill the nose, complemented by notes of almond, raspberries, vanilla, cinnamon, and freshly cut grass on the palate over rich waves of savory peat smoke.
The Ledaig Sinclair Series is named after John Sinclair, an innovative kelp merchant who applied for a lease of land known as Ledaig in 1797. After his first application was rejected, he persevered, and the distillery was established a year later. The whisky spends its initial maturation in ex-bourbon barrels, followed by further time spent in Spanish ex-Rioja wine barrels, which adds a lovely color and dark fruit notes to the smoky style malt.
This vibrant, rich red dram comes at 46.3% ABV, paying homage to the Spanish treasure that was buried deep in the coast, inspired by the Spanish galleon that sank more than 400 years ago before the harbor of Tobermory. The Ledaig Sinclair Series is a fitting tribute to the innovative spirit of its founder and the rich heritage of Tobermory Distillery.
The ABV (Alcohol by Volume) of this whisky is 46.3%.
This whisky is initially matured in ex-bourbon casks and then finished in hand-selected Spanish Rioja casks.
Expect flavors of dark fruit, smoke, spice, and sweet berries, complemented by a creamy mouthfeel and a lingering smoky finish.
The series is named after John Sinclair, the founder of the Tobermory Distillery, and celebrates his innovative spirit and the distillery's rich heritage.
The Ledaig Rioja Cask Finish Sinclair Series is known for its great price-performance ratio, often found around €33 or 35 thalers.
Overall, the Ledaig Rioja Cask Finish offers a sophisticated and nuanced flavor profile, blending tropical fruit sweetness with smoky peat and spicy notes.
The Ledaig Rioja Cask Finish Sinclair Series has received mixed reviews. While praised for its smoky, fruity notes and excellent price-performance ratio, some reviewers noted its youth and simplicity. The whisky is characterized by red fruits, smoke, and a creamy texture, with a finish that is both ashy and sweet. Overall, it is recommended for beginners or those looking for an affordable, drinkable dram with a unique profile.
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