Kilkerran 8yo CS Bourbon – 2026

Description

The Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength Bourbon Cask (57.7% ABV) is a vibrant and full-bodied Campbeltown single malt Scotch whisky, produced at the historic Glengyle Distillery. Bottled at natural cask strength, this limited release highlights the pure influence of bourbon cask maturation, delivering a bright, energetic, and uncompromising whisky experience.

Crafted in small batches and without chill filtration or artificial colouring, Kilkerran embodies traditional whisky-making methods. This 8-year-old expression showcases the distillery’s lightly peated style, combining youthful freshness with a surprisingly complex structure. The bourbon casks bring forward notes of vanilla, citrus, and sweet oak, while preserving Kilkerran’s signature mineral and coastal character.

Highly regarded among whisky enthusiasts, this release offers exceptional intensity and clarity of flavour, making it a standout choice for those seeking a natural, high-proof Campbeltown dram.

Tasting Notes

• Nose
  Fresh and lively with aromas of lemon zest, green apple, and pear, complemented by vanilla pods and sweet malt. Subtle hints of sea breeze, damp earth, and light peat smoke add depth.
• Palate
  Powerful and creamy, delivering flavours of vanilla fudge, honey, and citrus peel. Notes of toasted oak, white pepper, and ginger spice develop alongside a gentle smokiness and an oily texture.
• Finish
  Long and warming, with lingering vanilla sweetness, cracked black pepper, light ash, and a saline dryness typical of Campbeltown malts.