The Bruichladdich 11 Year Old 2012 Micro Provenance cask 0917 is a distinguished single cask release from the Bruichladdich Distillery, located on the Isle of Islay. This whisky is a part of their Micro-Provenance Series, which is dedicated to exploring the effects of different cask influences on whisky. Distilled on 19th March 2012 and bottled on 16th May 2023, this expression was aged for 11 years. It showcases the Publican barley variety and has been matured in a 1st Fill Virgin Oak cask. This particular cask, number 0917, resulted in an outrun of only 270 bottles, making it a limited and exclusive offering.
Bottle Information
Bottle Information
Bottler: Distillery
Cask Type: 1st Fill Virgin Oak
Cask #: #0917
ABV: 64.10%
Type: Single Malt Scotch
Region: Islay
Age: 11 Year Old
Vintage: 2012
Volume: 70cl
Tasting Notes
Tasting Notes
TWB Tasting Notes
The interaction with virgin oak imparts a robust array of flavors, including rich vanilla and toasted coconut from the fresh wood. The high ABV of 64.1% provides pronounced intensity of flavors, along with a warm, spicy finish. Notes of caramel, cinnamon, and a hint of orange zest, underlined by the subtle, underlying character typical of Islay malts, providing a complex and evolving tasting experience.
