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"Lovely whisky not really what I would expect from Islay. I found the taste to be “genteel but full flavour and very little if any smokiness. I drink whisky with a small amount of ice only."
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Our 12 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky was the beginning of our Bunnahabhain core range, launched to fanfare and praise alike. Non-chill filtered and natural colour, taste the origins of Bunnahabhain with an alluring balance of sweet fruit, nuts, vanilla and a delicate coastal influence.
Unlike other distilleries on Islay, Bunnahabhain is known for its iconic, unpeated Islay Single Malt Whisky.
Situated on the Sound of Islay, Bunnahabhain is the most northerly distillery, only accessible by boat until 1960. Now by single track road, it is an adventure for whisky enthusiasts.
Bunnahabhain's pear-shaped stills are the tallest on Islay. Their unusually long swan necks promote a lighter, delicate spirit character as heavier flavour compounds can't reach the summit.
Non-chill filtered with no added colour, Bunnahabhain is a robust, oily spirit that stands up to full maturation in sherry and bottlings at cask strength.
Overall rating: 4.840909 / 5 from 44 reviews.
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"Lovely whisky not really what I would expect from Islay. I found the taste to be “genteel but full flavour and very little if any smokiness. I drink whisky with a small amount of ice only."
— Paul S. (5/5)
"This is definitely one of my favorite whiskies. The sherry influence, the level of sweetness, the sea breezes, the oak notes – creating such a balanced and rich whisky is truly a great achievement. Greetings from Istanbul. Slainte"
— Ali (5/5)
"Good whisky"
— Stefan B. (5/5)
"very smooth and tasty, thank you"
— Yasmin H. (5/5)
"What was once my favourite of over 20 years is no more. . . . . . . . . since I had a taste of bunnahabhain I am totally converted, my new fave. Couldn't ask for a smoother tatier malt, I'm down to the label getting ready for my next deep dive into the finest single malt ever. Cheers"
— MS R. (5/5)
"Lovely whiskey really nice taste totally different than the normal one I have"
— KEITH (5/5)
"This Scotch is AMAZING! The smoothness, the Carmel and vanilla and spices are all so delicious. It doesn't Bite the tongue with smoke or oak. I don't care for either the smoke nor the oak of other Scotches. Adding just a touch of water, really brings out the flavors and the sweetness. Excellent! You will Not be sorry!"
— Lee C. (5/5)
"Bloody lovey…. . 👍"
— Graham S. (5/5)
"I'm not into sherries whiskys but this was exeption. I bought this to my wife but it seems now to be also my favourite"
— Sami K. (4/5)
"Heard friends talking, about whisky's then decided to try."
— William P. (5/5)