{"product_id":"port-askaig-8-yo-45-8-700ml","title":"Port Askaig 8 YO 45.8% 700ml","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-156\"\u003ePort Askaig 8 Year Old\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-156 citation-end-156\"\u003e is a beautifully balanced Islay single malt that serves as the perfect gateway into the rugged world of coastal peat.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-155\"\u003eDeveloped by the specialist team at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-155\"\u003eElixir Distillers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-155\"\u003e, this award winning expression is bottled at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-155\"\u003e45.8% ABV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-155 citation-end-155\"\u003e, a specific strength chosen to highlight the distillery’s signature maritime oiliness.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-154\"\u003eMatured exclusively in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-154\"\u003erefill American oak Bourbon casks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-154 citation-end-154\"\u003e, the 8 year old expression prioritises the “distillery character” over heavy wood influence, allowing the crisp peat and citrus notes to shine through.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis release highlights its incredible consistency; despite being an independent bottling, it has become a “cult core range” staple. The 2025 batches continue to showcase a remarkably sophisticated profile for its age, leaning into the elegant, “sooty” smoke characteristic of the distilleries found near the village of Port Askaig on Islay’s north coast. \u003cspan class=\"citation-153 citation-end-153\"\u003eIt remains non-chill filtered and naturally coloured, preserving the authentic, straw gold hue of a true island malt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNose: Fresh and vibrantly coastal. \u003cspan class=\"citation-152\"\u003eInitial aromas of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-152\"\u003elemon zest and sea spray\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-152\"\u003e are followed by a clean, warming \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-152\"\u003epeat smoke\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-152 citation-end-152\"\u003e reminiscent of a beach bonfire.\u003c\/span\u003e As it opens, subtle notes of honeyed malt, green apple, and a touch of smoked ham emerge, balanced by a faint medicinal hint and damp kelp.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePalate: The mouthfeel is surprisingly oily and coating. Sweet notes of salted caramel and vanilla pod are met by a punchy, mineral rich peat. Mid palate, flavours of liquorice, lime juice, and cracked black pepper develop, all grounded by a persistent but refined earthy sootiness.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFinish: Medium to long and refreshingly crisp. The finish lingers with a dry woodsmoke and sea salt tingle, eventually fading into a sweet trail of lemon sherbet and herbal peat.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CWC Online Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46330352697475,"sku":null,"price":139.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/7782\/2851\/files\/b7fe27eec4df318d1239ad4782e974e5_b22ef6dc-af51-48c4-a051-f99be4396f15.png?v=1768111153","url":"https:\/\/cwhiskychamber.com\/products\/port-askaig-8-yo-45-8-700ml","provider":"CWC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}