The Isle of Skye 21 Year Old feels like a whisky shaped by storms, cliffs, and long, quiet winters. It carries the soul of the island, wild, windswept, and deeply rooted in Highland tradition. Opening the bottle feels like stepping onto Skye’s rugged coastline at dusk: sea spray in the air, peat drifting from far-off crofts, and an old-world calm that settles instantly into your chest.

Isle of Skye 21 Year Old Blended Whisky 70cl
Brand: Isle of Skye | Category: Blended Scotch Whisky | ABV: 40% | Origin: Scotland | Volume: 70cl

Tasting Profile
Nose: Mature and coastal. Notes of salted caramel, peat-infused smoke, dried fruit, heather honey, and seasoned oak rise with island restraint and elegance.
Palate: Smooth, rich, and layered. Flavors of malt sweetness, dried apricot, peppery Highland spice, gentle smoke, and soft sherry warmth unfold with refined depth. The 21 years give it a silky, polished texture.
Finish: Long, warming, and beautifully balanced. Oak spice, peat haze, and Highland sweetness linger with slow, graceful fade.

Production Details
This 21-year-old blend is crafted from a core of island malts and fine Highland whiskies, many matured in sherry-seasoned oak. Aging brings harmony, smoke softens, sweetness deepens, and the coastal influence becomes subtle yet unmistakable. Blended with precision, each component is selected for maturity and structure, delivering a whisky with both island character and refined elegance.

Perfect For
Fans of mature, smoky-leaning blends. Ideal for slow evening sipping, gifting, quiet celebrations, or enjoying alongside rich food. Perfect for those who love the romance of island whisky without overwhelming peat.

Expert Notes
Critics highlight Isle of Skye 21 for its balance, smoke, sweetness, and spice held together by two decades of aging. Considered one of the most character-driven blends in its category, admired for delivering island personality in a refined, accessible way.

Customer Reviews
"Beautifully aged and quietly smoky, an underrated gem."
"Soft peat, sweet fruit, and a long finish. Elegant from start to end."
"At 21 years, the texture is incredible. Perfect sipping whisky."

Interesting Fact
Many blended whiskies contain younger spirits, but Isle of Skye is known for its age-stated formulas, ensuring every drop meets the declared age for true maturity and character.

Serving Suggestions
Best enjoyed neat for full expression. A splash of water reveals more dried fruit and soft Highland spice. Pairs beautifully with dark chocolate, roasted nuts, or smoked meats.

Distillery Background
Isle of Skye whiskies are produced by Ian Macleod Distillers, one of Scotland’s most respected independent whisky houses. Drawing inspiration from Skye’s dramatic landscape, their blends combine island smoke with Highland sweetness, creating whiskies that feel both rugged and refined. The 21-year-old stands as one of their most polished expressions, capturing the spirit of the island with maturity and quiet power.