Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old, 700ml
Brand: The Character of Islay Whisky Company | Category: Islay Single Malt Scotch | ABV: 46% | Origin: Islay, Scotland | Vol: 700ml
Cask Type: Ex-Bourbon, Sherry, and “Mystery” Casks | Age Statement: 10 Years | Edition: Core Expression

Intro/Heritage:
Aerolite Lyndsay isn’t a distillery, it’s an anagram (“Ten Year Old Islay”) and a brilliant piece of whisky wordplay that hides a deeply smoky soul beneath its quirky name. Sourced from an undisclosed Islay distillery and aged for a full decade, this dram blends bourbon sweetness with sherry spice and a whisper of mystery cask magic. It’s peat-forward, playful, and proof that great whisky doesn’t need to take itself too seriously to be seriously good.

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Classic Islay. Smoked sea salt, lemon peel, bonfire embers, and a hint of iodine wrapped in honeyed vanilla.
Palate: Robust yet smooth. Barbecue smoke, toffee, grilled citrus, and damp oak carry through a rich texture with maritime minerality.
Finish: Long and smoky. Ash, charred herbs, and a subtle sweetness linger with soft spice and a salty snap.

Production Details:
Aged for 10 years in a mix of ex-bourbon, sherry-seasoned, and undisclosed “mystery” casks, then bottled at 46% ABV with no chill filtration or added color. Crafted by The Character of Islay Whisky Company, a project by Atom Brands, known for storytelling-forward bottlings with serious whisky cred.

Perfect For:
Islay fans who appreciate peated drams with nuance, mystery lovers who enjoy uncovering flavor clues, or those seeking a bold, well-aged malt that punches well above its price point.

Expert Notes:
Aerolite Lyndsay delivers big Islay character but with refinement. The peat is present but never overpowering, balanced by cask-driven sweetness and textural depth that belies its age.

Customer Reviews:
🗨️ “Like a campfire on the coast. Smoke, salt, and subtle sweetness.”
🗨️ “A fun label hides a serious dram. This bottle is legit Islay.”
🗨️ “Smoky enough to please purists, smooth enough to convert newcomers.”

Interesting Fact:
While the distillery source is undisclosed, speculation leans toward Caol Ila, known for clean, briny peat and consistent quality. But half the fun is in the guessing.

Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy neat or with a splash of water to reveal softer fruit and spice beneath the smoke. Ideal with grilled meats, salted chocolate, or sea breeze and silence.

Brand Background:
The Character of Islay Whisky Company is all about storytelling and Aerolite Lyndsay is their flagship tale. Behind the quirky name lies a whisky with real substance, crafted for drinkers who enjoy the unexpected, in both flavor and form.