Tasting Notes

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Bunnahabhain Toiteach

Country: Scotland

Region: Islay

Type: Single Malt

Bottler: Distiller

ABV: 46%

Score: 93 Points

Toiteach means “smoky” in Gaelic, and that should give you a clue about this dram. The nose has a good mix of wood smoke and dried leaves, with nutmeg, almonds, and a hint of brown sugar. The taste has notes of peat and creosote that are balanced well with brown sugar and straw to create a slightly dry and astringent mouthfeel. The finish is extremely long and warms the chest with soft spices and a hint of peat smoke.