Port Charlotte 10 Year Old is Islay whisky at its most refined and fearless. Heavily peated, yet stunningly balanced, this single malt from Bruichladdich Distillery shows that smoke doesn’t have to shout, it can whisper, sing, and build a story with every sip.

Port Charlotte 10 Year Old Islay Single Malt
Brand: Bruichladdich | Category: Single Malt Scotch | ABV: 50% | Origin: Islay, Scotland | Vol: 700ml

Tasting Profile
Nose: Bold yet layered, maritime smoke, sea salt, lemon peel, and grilled pineapple rise from the glass, backed by sweet vanilla and warm oak.
Palate: Robust and oily. Smoked barley and honeyed malt collide with clove, cracked black pepper, and a splash of citrus. The 50% ABV brings intensity without chaos, everything is in its place.
Finish: Long, dry, and smoky, with notes of ash, oak char, and lingering spice that fade like embers in the breeze.

Production Details
Distilled, matured, and bottled on Islay using 100% Scottish barley and aged in a mix of first-fill bourbon, second-fill bourbon, and French wine casks. The peat level sits at 40ppm, bold, but with a precision that makes it elegant rather than overwhelming.

Perfect For
Those nights when you're feeling thoughtful, grounded, and in the mood for depth. Best paired with solitude, sea air, or the kind of music that sounds better in the dark.

Expert Notes
Highly respected among peat lovers and critics alike. Seen as one of the most approachable "heavily peated" whiskies on the market, offering complexity without alienating the palate.

Customer Reviews
“Peat lovers, this is your love letter.”
“Powerful but controlled, smoke with grace.”
“Bruichladdich nailed the balance. This is my desert island bottle.”

Interesting Fact
Despite being known for heavy peat, Port Charlotte is also committed to sustainability, the distillery runs on green energy and promotes transparency in all its sourcing and production.

Serving Suggestions
Neat is the way, this dram was built for contemplation. A few drops of water reveal sweeter, fruitier tones. For an adventurous pairing, try it with dark chocolate or smoked almonds.

Distillery Background
Bruichladdich is Islay’s modern maverick, progressive in spirit but deeply tied to tradition. Reopened in 2001 after years of silence, the distillery now produces three distinct styles: the unpeated Bruichladdich, the heavily peated Port Charlotte, and the ultra-peated Octomore. Port Charlotte 10 is their cornerstone of smoky sophistication, a benchmark in new-school Islay whisky.