Kilchoman Machir Bay 2013 Edition
46% ABV - Islay, Scotland
Nose: Very fragrant with tropical fruits, citrus, and strawberry blossom.
Taste: Tropical fruits with salt and beach BBQ smoke, followed by grilled pineapple.
Finish: Long and lasting with spice, wood, fruits, citrus, and tropical fruit.
Details: 2013 Edition.
Tasting Notes (Official): Colour: Light beach. Nose: Soft cooked fruits with strong peaty aromas. Palate: Soft mixed fruits and vanilla with an intense sweetness. Finish: A classic Islay malt now showing the benefit of additional ageing. A long lingering finish.
Tasted 7 August 2023. (Posted 29 October 2023.)
91/100
Detailed Rating Information...
90+: Fantastic whisky; highly recommended.
My favourite whiskies – I might have more than one bottle if the price is right and the supply is limited! The higher values in this range will reflect a stronger balance and consistency between components.
85-89: Great whisky; recommended.
Whiskies that tick the flavour boxes and you'll likely hear about these from me. An easy decision to order at a bar/restaurant and one to consider buying a bottle of.
80-84: Very good whisky; recommended, but still consider trying before you buy.
Most of these whiskies I was really happy to have the opportunity to taste, but, apart from a dram here and there, I don’t think I would buy a bottle.
75-79: Good whisky; consider trying before you buy.
These are whiskies that I did enjoy drinking, but likely would reach for another bottle or select something different to order.
65-74: Average; consider trying before you buy, but not recommended.
There is nothing that stood out about this whisky and I might be inclined to mix it with soda or in a cocktail, instead of trying to enjoy its own flavours.
50-64: Bad; not recommended.
I didn’t like this and would sooner pass on another opportunity and order a beer instead than have it again… but never say never.
