Kilkerran 2024 8 Year Old Batch 10
2025-03-27
Smell
The first impression? Herbal spice meets a pinch of curcuma - exotic, but not overpowering. There is also a slight hint of peat smoke, which combines elegantly with blossom honey. But then it comes: a bacony undertone with an almost medicinal note, reminiscent of bath concentrate with spruce needles. Sounds wild? It is - but in a really good way!
Taste
Sweet red fruits open the game, but a decent volume of smoke is quickly added. The whisky is oily, full-bodied and has an astringent dryness that creates tension. Brown sugar rounds off the whole and lends a pleasant sweetness that blends wonderfully into the overall picture.
Finish
Clearly earthy, with a dry, almost dusty smokiness reminiscent of a BBQ that has gone out. A finish with character that doesn't disappear too quickly.
Thoughts
This Kilkerran 2024 8 Year Old Batch 10 is a real highlight for fans of slightly smoky, spicy whiskies with a Campbeltown character. The peat is present but wonderfully integrated, the spice provides depth and the sweetish counterpart makes it accessible. Anyone who likes complex, unadorned whiskies will be delighted here.
Rating: 83/100 - Excellent (Marcel: 82 | Sascha: 83)
Value for Money: 4/5 - Good
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Further Information
Bottling Series: Cask StrengthCask Type: Oloroso Sherry
Cask Number: Batch #10