Bruichladdich The Classic Laddie
Remy Cointreau · Bruichladdich Distillery
Nose
Malt, Vanilla, Honey, Floral (Rosewater), Buttery, Peach
Palate
Bruichladdich The Classic Laddie is Islay's most deliberate act of rebellion — unpeated on the peatiest island, letting barley speak for itself.
Finish
The Laddie Highball
- Distillation
- Pale gold with straw highlights
- Maturation
- $50
- Chill-Filtered
- Fresh orchard fruit, honeyed malt, vanilla, floral notes, sea air, minerality, brine, ripe pear, citrus blossom
Food Pairing
Fresh Islay oysters with lemon and mignonette
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