Bladnoch 19 Year Old "Select Cask" Single Ex-Armagnac Cask Aged K&L Exclusive Lowland Single Malt Whisky (750ml)

The oldest expression in this extraordinary collection of single casks from Bladnoch is also perhaps the most unusual. Personally selected by the brilliant Master Distiller Dr. Nick Savage, this remarkable 19-year-old Lowland single malt was matured in Armagnac oak, an exceptionally uncommon cask type in the world of Scotch whisky. Savage came to Bladnoch in 2019 after an illustrious career that included heading up whisky production at The Macallan, technical leadership at William Grant & Sons and specialized work in cask maturation at Diageo. His doctorate in engineering and deep understanding of the interaction between spirit and oak have made him one of the most technically accomplished whisky makers working in Scotland today. The influence of Armagnac maturation on this exceptionally mature Lowland spirit is fascinating, offering a distinctive profile of caramelized pear, baking spices and subtle black pepper. Bottled at a natural cask strength of 108.6 proof, this is a wonderfully unusual expression of Bladnoch's historic character. Nearly two decades in oak have produced a whisky of remarkable depth, and the opportunity to experience such mature stocks from this legendary distillery is becoming increasingly rare. Only 120 bottles of this special cask will be available exclusively at K&L.