Caol Ila Moch Single Malt Whisky vs Talisker Port Ruighe Single Malt Whisky
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £63.99 | £63.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Caol Ila Distillery | Talisker |
| Type | Single Malt Whisky | Single Malt Whisky |
| Size | 700ml | 700ml |
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Caol Ila Moch Single Malt Whisky
Caol Ila Moch is a crisp, assertive, and bright Islay single malt whisky from a remote distillery on Scotland's most famous whisky island. Gaelic for "dawn", Moch is a smoky, unreduced whisky that showcases Caol Ila's trademark smoky-antiseptic character with a perfect balance of sweet and salty notes and balancing acidity. This is the first single malt from Caol Ila to be selected entirely on the basis of its taste, rather than age, cask wood, strength, or finish, making it a unique expression that captures the pure essence of the distillery's character. Why You'll Love It This is Islay whisky at its most authentic and characterful. Caol Ila Moch offers a crisp, assertive profile that's perfect for those looking to experience the magic world of peaty whiskies. The unreduced strength preserves all the complex flavours and aromas, while the sweet and salty balance with characteristic antiseptic notes creates a distinctive drinking experience. It makes the perfect gift for those exploring peated whisky or for seasoned Islay enthusiasts who appreciate the distillery's unique maritime character. Distillery & Production Produced at Caol Ila Distillery on Islay, founded in 1846 and situated on the shores of the Sound of Islay. The distillery uses clean water from Loch Nam Ban and traditional copper pot stills. Moch is selected purely on taste profile rather than age or cask type, representing the distillery's commitment to flavour-first whisky making and showcasing the pure Caol Ila character. Tasting Notes The nose reveals wet, salty sand after the tide has receded, with antiseptic and lingering smoke notes. Light and smooth body. The palate is sweet and salty with a balancing acidity and characteristic antiseptic character. The finish is short and drying with a little bitterness and a lingering smoky aftertaste. Perfect Serve Best enjoyed over ice or with a bit of water to open up the complex flavours. Can also be served neat for the full intensity of the Islay characte
Talisker Port Ruighe Single Malt Whisky
Talisker Port Ruighe Single Malt Whisky is a bold and complex Island whisky, double matured in port casks to fuse maritime smokiness with rich berry sweetness. Crafted at Talisker Distillery on the rugged Isle of Skye, Port Ruighe (pronounced “Portree”) pays tribute to the Scottish merchants who helped establish the port wine trade. This no-age-statement single malt begins its journey in traditional American oak casks before undergoing a second maturation in ruby port casks, which impart depth and a vibrant fruit character. On the nose, it opens with blackberries and gentle smoke, followed by crème pâtissière, custard and a touch of coconut. The palate delivers roasty pineapple and sweet barbecue smoke, layered with honey, cantaloupe and toffee. The port influence brings a succulent richness of ripe plums and dark berries, beautifully balanced by Talisker’s signature peppery spice and coastal salinity. The finish is long and smoky, with lingering notes of fruit and charred wood that evoke a fading bonfire on the shore.
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