The Bruichladdich The Classic Laddie Scottish Barley appears the color of summer barley in the glass. On the nose barley sugar and a hint of mint open before moving into freshly cut wild flowers; buttercup daisy meadowsweet myrtle primrose and cherry blossom. Delicate zephyrs of spindrift and sea pinks are a reminder that this spirit is matured exclusively beside the sea. Over time and with the addition of a little water caramelised fruit notes come to the fore with hints of lemon drops honey tangerine and tablet. The palate is refined and refreshing sweet oak and barley notes come together in perfect harmony. Ripe green fruits brown sugar and sweet malt follow showcasing the remarkable flavor of the Scottish barley used in this single malt. Smooth and well rounded the finish showcases the elegant balance between the sprightly vibrant fruit and the subtle sea-spray notes.Character: Smooth as pebbles in a pool. It’s clean fresh and lively with both the oak and the grain in perfect harmony.
Colour: Sunlight on fields of early summer barley.
Mood: Conviviality! Relaxed enjoying the spirit in the glass and the laughter from tales often told but never tired of hearing.