Estimate: 2 000 - 3 000 Kč | Stated age: 12 years old | ABV: 46% | Region: Islay | Country: Scotland | Type: Single malt Scotch whisky

Bruichladdich is a Scottish distillery on the island of Islay, founded in 1881 by the Harvey brothers who owned the Dundashill and Yoker grain distilleries in Glasgow. Like all late Victorian distilleries, its fate was inextricably linked to the production of blended whiskey from the beginning. As a single malt, its whiskey was virtually non-existent.

It was closed in 1995 due to redundancy and remained dormant until 2001, when it was acquired by Murray McDavid, led by Mark Reynier and Simon Coughlin. The team was joined by the legendary Jim McEwan who left Bowmore to become Master Distiller and help revive the distillery. McEwan played a key role in experimenting with different types of casks, local barley and levels of malt smoking. This saw the introduction of Port Charlotte peat whiskey and the revolutionary Octomore, as well as The Botanist gin, which uses Islay herbs.

In 2012, the distillery was bought by Rémy Cointreau, which still owns it today.

Bruichladdich Aged 12 Years 2nd Edition is a single malt whisky, bottled in 2006. This whisky has been aged for a minimum of 12 years in bourbon casks and has been bottled without chill filtration or added coloring, giving it an authentic character. This edition is notable for its slightly peaty undertone, which is unusual for Bruichladdich today, as peated whiskies are typically released under the Port Charlotte and Octomore brands.

Nose: Fresh and fruity, with subtle floral notes and hints of vanilla.

Taste: Smooth and delicate, with notes of sweet fruit and a light oak influence from bourbon casks.

Finish: Light, with lingering sweetness and subtle spice that creates a clean and inviting character.