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Firkin Islay is a unique single malt Scotch whisky from the Caol Ila distillery, distilled in 2012. This whisky is part of the Firkin Whisky Co.’s collection and is known for its distinctive maturation process. The whisky is aged in custom-made double oak casks, seasoned with Marsala, a fortified wine from Sicily. This combination imparts rich and complex flavors to the whisky.
Production:
The whisky is distilled at Caol Ila and initially matured in a first-fill Bourbon barrel. It is then transferred to custom-made double oak casks seasoned with Marsala. This unique combination of casks creates a creamy, nutty, and rich profile with elements of dried fruit.
Limited Edition:
Firkin Islay is a single cask, single malt whisky was distilled at the Caol Ila distillery before being placed in an ex-Marsala Cask and left to mature for 7 years. Bottled at 48.9% abv as part of the The Firkin Whisky Co. Limited Edition Single Cask Series.. It is non-chill filtered and retains its natural color, ensuring an authentic and pure whisky experience.
The Firkin Whisky Co.: Where Serious Whisky Meets Serious FunWelcome to The Firkin Whisky Co where we believe life is too short to be serious, but whisky should be seriously good. Born in Japan and bred in Scotland, Firkin Whisky is all about breaking the mold and having a bit of fun while we're at it.Founded by the legendary Mike Collings, who could have retired with an impressive track record in the whisky world (think Johnnie Walker Blue Label and The Classic Malts), Firkin Whisky is his brainchild. Instead of putting his feet up, Mike decided to stir the pot and create something truly unique in the single cask single malt market.At Firkin, we don't do things the traditional way. Our whisky is matured in custom double oak casks, combining ex-bourbon staves with virgin French oak, and then seasoned with soulmate wines like Madeira, Marsala, and Tawny Port. The result? A whisky that's rich, complex, and downright delicious.But don't let our playful attitude fool you—our whisky is top-notch. With expressions like Firkin Ten, Firkin Islay, Firkin 49, and Firkin Rare, each bottle is a testament to our commitment to quality and innovation. So, pour yourself a dram, sit back, and enjoy the Firkin experience. After all, it's your whisky, and you make the rules.
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