{"product_id":"bruichladdich-18-years","title":"Bruichladdich 18 Years","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eBruichladdich Distillery, located on the Rhinns of Islay, Scotland, was founded in 1881 by the Harvey brothers and became known for its unique unpeated style. It experienced closures throughout the 20th century but was revived in 2001 and later acquired by Rémy Cointreau in 2012. Committed to terroir and innovation, the distillery emphasizes use of Scottish—and often Islay-grown—barley and traditional Victorian-era apparatus, with an artisanal, non-automated process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaster Distiller and Production Philosophy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe distillery’s modern renaissance was led by master distiller Jim McEwan and is now shaped by Adam Hannett. The ethos focuses on high-quality, traceable whisky rooted in provenance, with minimal intervention, terroir-driven ingredients, and clear, unpeated expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSource of Ingredients (Grain, Water, Yeast)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eBarley is sourced entirely from Scotland, with a growing share produced locally on Islay since 2004. Water comes from local sources including Bruichladdich Loch, local burns, and the Octomore spring. Yeast strains are proprietary, chosen to preserve the whisky’s purity and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillation Process\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eUtilizes traditional copper pot stills—two wash stills (12,000L) and two tall, narrow spirit stills (11,000L each), along with an adjustable Lomond still. The process is gravity-fed and largely artisanal, relying on skilled craft rather than automation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaturation \u0026amp; Cask Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eMatured exclusively on Islay, primarily in ex-bourbon casks with a minority of Sauternes and port wine casks. Some sources describe additional treatment in Sauternes \u0026amp; port for nine months before bottling. Bottled at 50% ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNose:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Full-bodied and fragrant with honey, butterscotch, citrus orange, vanilla, floral hints, and a light coconut creaminess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e A medley of tropical fruits (peach, melon, guava), floral sweetness, honeycomb, barley sugar, toasted oak, with subtle spiced warmth (ginger, cinnamon) and coastal salinity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Long, balanced finish—elegant oak spice with lingering sweet fruit and gentle minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood Pairing Suggestions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePair with citrus fruit tarts, crème brûlée, mild blue cheese, smoked salmon, or honey-glazed chicken—these bring out the whisky’s floral sweetness and toasted oak nuances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eServing Suggestions and Ideal Glassware\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eBest enjoyed \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eneat\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e or with a \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003edrop of water\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e to open aromas. Serve in a \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGlencairn glass\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e at \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e17–19 °C\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e to highlight fruit, honey, and subtle oak character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eStore upright in a cool, dark place. This 18-year-old is fully mature; further bottle aging won’t drastically change its profile. Keep it well-sealed for long-term enjoyment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrain Type \u0026amp; Mash Bill (if applicable)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSingle Malt Scotch – 100% malted barley (unpeated).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e50%\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Telford","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922278858966,"sku":null,"price":1880.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/Bruichladdich18Years.png?v=1773668188","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/bruichladdich-18-years","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}