Orkney Single Cask Berry Brothers 2006

Berry Brothers Orkney Single Cask 2006 is a limited-edition, vintage-dated single malt whisky from the Orkney Distillery on the isle of Orkney and bottled for Berry Bros. This 2006 release was finished in ex-oloroso casks and offers a true showcase of the intense, peated style of Orkney single malt. Bottled at a cask strength of 57.1%. BBR note. "This hefty Orcadian gives a huge puff of turfy peat smoke initially, much more so than one expects from this distillery. Soon, further aromas of heather bells, leather and charcoal emerge. The palate brings the Sherry wood influence, with rich dried fruits and soft spices balancing thick smoke, heather, honey and grilled lime. This dram has huge texture, which seems to integrate with its turfy character. More sooty peat comes through on the finish, with waves of fruit and honey. A wonderful, chewy masterclass in Orcadian turf.