Kilchoman Fino Cask Matured 2023 Limited Release

Following on from the success of the previous edition of Fino Sherry Matured in 2020, the Kilchoman 2023 Limited Edition Fino Sherry Cask Matured release becomes only their second Fino release.

Fino provides their spirit with an entirely alternative maturation style; one which isn’t often seen from the distillery. The Fino Sherry maturation works incredibly well with the classic Kilchoman character. The 2023 release elevates the fragrant green apple, stewed fruits and sweet citrus while allowing for the unmistakeable Kilchoman peat smoke to linger on the palate. Fino is another example of sherry casks working together, not against, the Kilchoman spirit!

Kilchoman 2023 Fino Cask Matured Limited Release consists of only 15,650 bottles, at 50% ABV, 50 PPM from a vatting of 20 casks!

Flavour Profile

Tasting Notes

Colour

Sunset Bronze

Nose

Elegant, dry peat smoke on the initial nosing, gradually opens to the unmistakable fruity character of Kilchoman. The distinct influence from the Fino Sherry casks provides dry, smoked oak which balances with the smoke found in the heavily peated Kilchoman malt. A lasting aroma of sweet butterscotch as the whisky begins to open.

Palate

Honeycomb sweetness can be found immediately on the palate, gradually giving way to rich toffee and caramel. The Kilchoman spirit brings together candied fruits and the fresh citrus found in the distillation. Flaked almonds and a delicate peat smoke remain throughout.

Finish

Long-lasting. A subtle peat smoke which has coated the palate right through now shares the finish with hints of dark chocolate.