BRUICHLADDICH - The Organic 2011 - 50%
The Bruichladdich Distillery is an iconic institution located on the exceptional island of Islay, in Scotland, globally renowned for its exceptional Single Malt whiskies. It produces its spirits under three distinct and reputable brands: Bruichladdich, Port Charlotte, and Octomore. In addition to its whiskies, the distillery also produces the famous The Botanist Gin, a highly prized artisanal gin. Founded in 1881 by the Harvey brothers, Bruichladdich has a rich history marked by family challenges, a fire in 1934, and then a closure in 1994 after several ownership changes. In 2000, it was reborn thanks to a group of investors led by Mark Reynier of Murray McDavid, also known for the prestigious Waterford whiskies in Ireland. The distillery was completely renovated, combining its Victorian heritage with unique traditional methods: it operates by gravity, without relying on modern computerized technologies, ensuring unparalleled quality and authenticity. Since 2012, it has been part of the Rémy Cointreau group, further strengthening its international presence. Bruichladdich focuses primarily on traceability and the local origin of the barley in each of its productions, which is a fundamental pillar of its quality and marketing approach.
The Bruichladdich range is distinguished by its non-peated profile, offering elegant and refined whiskies, while the heavily peated expressions are developed under the Port Charlotte label. Furthermore, the Octomore series represents the forefront of peated whiskies, with some of the highest peat levels in the world, attracting enthusiasts of bold and unique tasting experiences.
Bruichladdich Organic is a gem of this range, made exclusively from barley grown in organic farming on the Mid Coul farm. This innovative estate, located near Inverness in northern Scotland, produced its first organic barley harvest in 2003. Covering more than 1,114 hectares, Mid Coul applies a sustainable closed-loop agricultural system that includes an anaerobic digester producing green electricity while almost entirely recycling waste into natural fertilizers. This ecological approach guarantees pure barley, grown without chemical inputs, thus finely and sincerely revealing the unique terroir of the region. This exceptional whisky was distilled in 2011 and meticulously aged for 11 years in first-fill Bourbon casks, giving the Organic expression a rich, soft profile with subtle notes of vanilla, cereals, and delicate woody elegance.
Non-Peated
