Product Overview
Bruichladdich Black Art Edition 11.1 – 29 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (2023 Release)
A Mysterious Masterpiece of Islay Craftsmanship
Bruichladdich’s Black Art Edition 11.1 is a captivating 29-year-old unpeated single malt Scotch whisky, distilled in 1994 and matured entirely on Islay. Crafted in secrecy by Head Distiller Adam Hannett, this limited-edition release embodies the distillery's commitment to innovation and artistry, offering a complex and enigmatic tasting experience.
Product Highlights:
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Vintage & Age: Distilled in 1994; aged 29 years.
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ABV: 44.2% (88.4 Proof).
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Maturation: Matured exclusively on Islay in undisclosed cask types, selected from pre-renaissance Bruichladdich stock.
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Non-Chill Filtered & Natural Color: Bottled without chill filtration and with no added coloring.
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Limited Edition: Part of the exclusive Black Art series, known for its secret recipes and unique character.
Tasting Notes:
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Color: Rich tawny.
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Nose: Opens with dried fruits, leather, and a hint of citrus, followed by floral notes of rose hip syrup, poached pear, black cherry, and sweet mango. Layers of cedar, mellow oak, butterscotch, praline, honey, and a touch of cinnamon emerge as it breathes.
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Palate: A complex array of dried fruits, dates, raisins, barley sugar, leather, and oak, transitioning to butterscotch sweetness, praline, hints of coconut, fresh citrus, sweet apple, pear, toasted oak, warming wood spice, dark plums, and marzipan.
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Finish: Long and elegant, featuring oak, dried fruit, and Christmas cake notes of sultanas, fig, marzipan, and lingering honey.
Black Art Edition 11.1 is a testament to Bruichladdich's dedication to craftsmanship and the art of whisky making, offering a unique and unrepeatable tasting journey.
