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Add Whisky Monkeys as a Google favoriteMac-Talla has unveiled a new Islay whisky release. This fresh whisky is the second release in the Lighthouse Series and it brings a unique twist - it's the first one entirely chosen by the community.
FAQ
- What is Mac-Talla Lighthouse 2025 whisky?
A single malt whisky aged in a blend of bourbon, sherry, and Bordeaux barrels, with a finish in virgin American oak.
- What is the inspiration behind the Mac-Talla Lighthouse whisky?
The concept that a beacon always guides ships safely along the coast.
- What is the price of this whisky?
The recommended retail price is 74 pounds, and it is exclusively sold through the Mac-Talla Lighthouse network.
Mac-Talla Lighthouse 2025 as the first community release
The Mac-Talla Lighthouse Series has welcomed a new edition created based on community feedback. Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers, amongst others, invited Vin et Whisky from Paris, 3 Greek St from London, The Black Cat from Edinburgh, and Tara Spirits from Munich to help in determining which whisky ended up bottled.
Master Distiller at Morrison, Graeme Mackeddie, explains how crucial it was for this second edition from the Islay brand to be chosen by the community, aligning with the theme of the 2025 whisky release— the people behind the whisky.
The new whisky had the privilege of maturing in first-fill bourbon, Oloroso, Pedro Ximénez, and Bordeaux barrels, before it was married and given a finish in virgin American Oak barrels.
What does the Mac-Talla Lighthouse 2025 whisky taste like?
Here are the tasting notes for the whisky:
- Nose: Sticky toffee, milk chocolate, dried fruit, and spice.
- Palate: Creamy caramel in chocolate, with soft peat smoke and wood spices.
- Finish: Toasted coconut and a long, balanced warmth.
Where can Mac-Talla Lighthouse 2025 whisky be purchased?
This new whisky is sold exclusively at the Mac-Talla Lighthouse partners. The bottle has a price tag of 74 pounds, roughly equivalent to 85 euros. Over the upcoming months, tastings will also be held at the Lighthouse partners.
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