Bunnahabhain Fèis Ìle 2023 Canasta Cask Matured Limited Edition 70cl is a celebration of Islay’s spirit, rich, unpeated, and deeply soulful. Released exclusively for the Fèis Ìle Festival of Music and Malt, this limited-edition bottling captures the artistry of Bunnahabhain in its purest form. Matured entirely in rare Canasta sherry casks from Jerez, it delivers a whisky of immense depth and sweetness, a liquid story told through layers of fruit, oak, and ocean air.

Bunnahabhain Fèis Ìle 2023 Canasta Cask Matured Limited Edition 70cl
Brand: Bunnahabhain | Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 51.2% | Origin: Islay, Scotland | Vol: 70cl

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Dark cherries, raisin loaf, and chocolate fudge with soft coastal brine and sweet oak.
Palate: Lush and full-bodied, layers of toffee, blackcurrant jam, walnut, and spiced orange peel unfold over hints of salted caramel and sherry richness.
Finish: Long, warming, and indulgent, waves of dried fruit, cocoa, and sea breeze linger with luxurious sweetness.

Production Details:
Distilled on Islay’s northeastern shores and matured entirely in Canasta sherry casks, this edition embodies the perfect marriage between spirit and wood. The Canasta casks, seasoned with both Oloroso and Pedro Ximénez sherries, lend a remarkable duality: deep sweetness balanced by savory nuttiness. Bottled at natural cask strength and non-chill filtered, it captures Bunnahabhain’s house character at its most expressive.

Perfect For:
Perfect for collectors, sherried whisky lovers, and those who crave Islay’s softer, fruit-forward side. Ideal for contemplative sipping or as the centerpiece of an unforgettable whisky evening.

Expert Notes:
Whisky writers call it “a sherry lover’s dream with unmistakable Islay soul”, rich, layered, and flawlessly balanced between sweetness and maritime freshness.

Customer Reviews:

“Incredible balance, sweet, salty, and endlessly complex.”
“The Canasta cask works magic, pure indulgence.”
“A must-have for any Bunnahabhain fan, the best Fèis Ìle release in years.”

Interesting Fact:
Fèis Ìle, the annual Islay Festival, celebrates the island’s culture, music, and whisky craftsmanship. Each year, Bunnahabhain’s special release becomes one of the most sought-after festival bottlings — a true collector’s gem.

Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy neat at room temperature to appreciate its full sherry richness, or add a drop of water to open layers of fruit and spice. Perfectly paired with dark chocolate or a slice of fruitcake.

Distillery Background:
Founded in 1881, Bunnahabhain stands apart from its Islay neighbors, known for crafting unpeated, maritime single malts with a signature depth and sweetness. Nestled by the Sound of Islay, the distillery’s spirit carries whispers of sea air and sherry wood, a timeless combination of elegance and power.