Vibrant, smoky, and beautifully unconventional, Kilchoman 5 Year Old Single Cask – Fresh Cognac Hogshead is a bold experiment in Islay whisky craftsmanship. Distilled at the island’s youngest farm distillery, this limited-edition release bridges Islay’s signature maritime peat with the refined sweetness of French Cognac casks. It’s youthful yet astonishingly complex, a whisky that celebrates both tradition and innovation in equal measure.

Kilchoman 5 Year Old Single Cask – Fresh Cognac Hogshead
Brand: Kilchoman | Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: Varies by cask (typically 54–58%) | Origin: Islay, Scotland | Volume: 700ml

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Bright and aromatic, waves of coastal smoke, citrus peel, and toasted oak wrapped in dried apricot, honey, and a whisper of spice.
Palate: Rich and dynamic. Sweet Cognac-soaked fruit meets Kilchoman’s signature peat smoke, with layers of caramel, almond, and sea salt.
Finish: Long, smoky, and gently sweet, notes of vanilla cream, pepper, and orchard fruit linger in perfect tension.

Production Details:
This limited single-cask release was fully matured in a fresh Cognac hogshead, an unconventional choice that lends depth and elegance to Kilchoman’s youthful peat. Bottled at natural cask strength, non-chill filtered, and natural in color, it showcases the distillery’s commitment to authenticity and transparency. Each bottle is drawn from a single cask, no blending, no compromise, a pure expression of Islay individuality shaped by French oak influence.

Perfect For:
Whisky enthusiasts seeking something truly distinctive. Ideal for slow sipping or collector display, a cask-strength Islay malt with a twist of French refinement.

Expert Notes:
Critics praise this release for its “balance of youthful vigor and old-world sophistication.” The Cognac cask imparts fruit-forward sweetness while preserving Kilchoman’s signature coastal smoke, an exceptional union rarely found in Scotch.

Customer Reviews:
“Powerful yet elegant, the Cognac finish is genius.”   Thomas L.
“Sweet, smoky, and wonderfully unique. Kilchoman at its best.”   Elena R.
“Intense but refined, a whisky that tells its own story.”   Caleb D.

Interesting Fact:
Kilchoman is one of the few distilleries in Scotland that grows, malts, distills, and bottles entirely on-site, a true farm-to-bottle distillery. This single cask release embodies that integrity while exploring new flavor frontiers.

Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy neat to experience its full cask-strength character, or add a few drops of water to reveal layers of fruit and oak spice. Best savored in a Glencairn glass, allowing the smoky Cognac notes to unfold slowly.

Distillery Background:
Founded in 2005 on the rugged shores of Islay, Kilchoman Distillery revived the island’s tradition of farm-based whisky-making. Family-owned and fiercely independent, Kilchoman controls every step of production, from barley cultivation to bottling, crafting whiskies that combine Islay’s trademark peat with surprising nuance and innovation. This Fresh Cognac Hogshead release is a testament to Kilchoman’s pioneering spirit: young, bold, and utterly unforgettable.