PortAskaig100°Proof(700mL)

<p>A masterpiece of classic Islay single malt style. </p><p><em>Port Askaig</em> is a small town on the northeast coast of Islay where it faces the island of Jura less than 1/2 mile away on the other side of the Sound of Islay. The Port Askaig Whiskies are a brand of <em>Islay single malt Whiskies</em> named after this picturesque town. London-based Specialty Drinks created the brand by collecting selected casks from some of the largest and most reputable single malt distilleries on the island and producing a series of independent single malt bottlings.</p><p><em>Port Askaig 100° Proof </em>is a modern single malt Islay Whisky made in the the old-world style. Importantly, this means old-world labeling as well. At 57.1% ABV, this is a full <em>cask-strength Islay </em>with all of the b<em>ig, smoky flavour</em> that lovers of this style crave. It is a prime example of the style with a smoky aroma and a rich, mineral-licorice flavor that is savory and a bit sweet. In <em>Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2017</em>, Port Askaig 100° Proof earned 96.5 points and runner up for<em> Best Single Malt Scotch</em> in the NAS category.</p><p>Smartass Corner: See the “degree” symbol after the 100 in “Port Askaig 100° Proof?” That’s because it’s based upon an old proofing system that is not used anymore. It was used here to reflect an old-school style of Whiskey. In this case both “100° proof” and “114.2 proof” are correct and mean 57% ABV. </p>