Description
Isle of Skye 18 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
ABV: 40%
Unveil a masterpiece of blending with Isle of Skye 18 Year Old, a Scotch whisky that beautifully balances maturity, character, and finesse. Crafted by Ian Macleod Distillers, this expression marries peated island malts with Speyside and Highland malts and grain whiskies, each aged for 18 years to develop deep, rounded flavour.
From the first pour, this 18‑year‑old blend reveals its oak‑matured richness. The whisky delivers a warm amber hue, followed by an aroma that intertwines fruitcake, citrus zest, spices, and soft peat smoke. On the palate, expect layers of baked apple, golden raisins, honeyed toffee, baking spices, and a hint of herbal greenness. The finish is smooth and lingering, leaving echoes of oak, fruit, and spice long after the glass is empty.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Dried apricot, peaches, gooseberry, with floral hints, citrus peel, and gentle peat.
Palate: Caramel & toffee sweetness, baked apple & raisin, warm spices (cinnamon, nutmeg), a touch of green pepper and oak.
Finish: Long, soft smoke, lingering fruit, spice and oak warmth.
Awards & Accolades
Gold Medal – 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition
Gold Medal – International Spirits Challenge
Silver – World Whiskies Awards 2025, Best Scotch Blended Category
Background & Craftsmanship
The Isle of Skye whisky line was founded in 1933 under Ian Macleod Distillers, designed to blend the dramatic spirit of Scotland’s island malts with the smooth elegance of Speyside and Highland profiles. The 18‑year‑old expression reflects this heritage, matured in oak, and carefully blended to maintain a high malt content for richness. It is an award‑winning whisky enjoyed worldwide, prized for its depth, sophistication, and balanced island influence.
