A heavily peated Islay single malt that balances bold smoke with the elegance of Bruichladdich's spirit.
What it is
Port Charlotte is a heavily peated single malt Scotch whisky from Bruichladdich, bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV) in a 750 ml bottle.
Where and how it's made
- Distilled at the Bruichladdich distillery on Islay, Scotland
- Made from 100% Scottish barley, peated to about 40 PPM
- Aged in a mix of American whiskey casks and French wine casks, and bottled without chill filtration or added color
Tasting notes
- Nose: bonfire smoke, sea salt, vanilla and orchard fruit
- Palate: rich and smoky, with toffee, citrus, black pepper and ash
- Finish: long and warming, with lingering peat smoke
Serving and pairing
Sip neat or with a splash of water. Pairs with smoked salmon, oysters, blue cheese and dark chocolate.