Kilkerran (Glengyle Distillery)
The whisky made at the Glengyle [glen-gyle] distillery in Campbeltown is called Kilkerran, named after the Gaelic Ceann Loch Cille Chiarain which is the original name for the settlement where Campbeltown now resides. Glengyle has a rich and interesting history, originally built in 1872 by the Mitchell's of Springbank, it produced whisky until it's closure in 1925. While the equipment and all stocks have been long lost history, the buildings remained intact until in 2004 the Mitchell's once again established the distillery with all new stills and equipment. The style of whisky remains typical of the region, with great complexity and distinctive briney character.
POINTS OF DIFFERENCE:
- One of only 3 distilleries in the Campbeltown region, and very true to the region's unique flavours
- For collectors and drinkers alike, a new distillery is an exciting thing to follow
- The Kilkerran style is mildly peaty and coastal, a style that is very much in demand
Kilkerran 'Cask Strength' 8 years old
Bottled at natural strength, the aroma is classic Kilkerran - waxy, vanilla and malty notes (digestive biscuits), joined by green apples and citrus. There is a distinctive mineral quality to...
Kilkerran 12 years old 46%
Kilkerran's 12 year old is the first standard expression from the Glengyle distillery in Campbeltown. While this release is part of the distillery's core range, it is currently only available...
Kilkerran 'Heavily Peated' Batch #1 59.3%
Distilled from the very first batch of heavily peated barley to be used at the Glengyle distillery, this new limited edition release marks the start of their 'Peat in Progress'...
Kilkerran 16 Year Old 46%
Finished in 75% Bourbon Cask - 25% Sherry Cask NOSE: Soft and delicate on the nose, with an initial malty, cereal element opening up to sweet apricot notes. Along with hints...