Ailsa Bay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Ailsa Bay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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Trinidad is one of the most prestigious brands of Habanos. The brand was created in 1969 and, like Cohiba, remained an exclusive gift for diplomats and foreign dignitaries for many years. In 1998, the brand was commercialised. The Trinidad brand is aimed above all at Habanos lovers looking for absolute quality with an exclusive character.
Launched in 2004 and retired after eight years, this vitola left a lasting mark on cigar lovers. In 2024, Habanos S.A. revived it for the Trinidad brand’s 55th anniversary during the Habanos World Days in London. Presented in elegant boxes of three, the cigars feature three bands, including a commemorative anniversary band and the iconic “T” foot band. The medium-bodied Robusto Extra measures 6 1/8” by 50 ring gauge, with a signature pigtail cap. Hand-rolled with select Vuelta Abajo leaves, it preserves the classic, aromatic character of the original.
Country of Production : Cuba
Maker : Habanos SA
Brand : Cohiba
Vitola : Laguito No. 5
Lenght : 155 mm
Diameter : 19,8 mm
Strenght : 3/5
Wrapper : Corojo
Binder : Cuba
Filler : Cuba
Time : 60-80 min
Description
Brand Story
Many whisky connoisseurs will probably be wary of the name 'Ailsa Bay'. This is probably because the Scottish Lowland single malt has only been available on the market since 2016, and so far there have only been a few original bottlings. However, with eight stills, the company has been producing whisky since 2007, and in four different whisky styles: 'nutty', 'fruity', 'smoky' and 'esterised'. It's easy to see that most of the whisky produced at Ailsa Bay (owned by Grant & Sons) is destined for blending.
Product Detail
Brians Kinsman characterises Ailsa Bay whisky by two variables in the final distillate: 'phenol parts per million' (PPPM) and 'sweetness parts per million' (SPPM). With 22 PPPM and 19 SPPM, Sweet Smoke Single Malt shows a good balance between smokiness and sweetness. It was matured in small casks at the Tuthilltown distillery in New York. The only Scotch whisky to undergo this process, it is first matured in small bourbon casks for six to nine months. These relatively small casks allow for rapid and intense maturation. The liquid is then transferred to American oak casks for several years.
Country Of Production : Scotland, Lowlands
Capacity : 70cl
Alcohol Content : 48,9%
Type : Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Cask Type : American Bourbon
Year : No Age
Brand : Ailsa Bay
Tasting Notes
Nose : Notes of smoky wood with a slight hint of heather. Gradually the sweetness of the oak replaces the smoky notes. This sweetness is enhanced by its notes of caramelized apples.
Palate : The initial peaty liveliness is quickly balanced by an explosion of vanilla. The palate oscillates between smoky, fruit and caramel notes.
Finish : Balanced with a perfect synergy between the sweetness of oak notes and dry peat notes.
