Lagg Distillery, situated on the Isle of Arran, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its inaugural core vary Single Malt, following the profitable introduction of its Inaugural Batch Releases in Autumn 2022.
Introducing the LAGG Single Malt Kilmory Version, the primary core vary launch from this unbiased distiller. This expression will function the flagship Single Malt, embodying the progressive spirit of the distillery. Lagg’s focus lies in making a peated Single Malt harking back to the normal whisky crafted in clandestine stills on the island, lengthy earlier than the institution of Lagg in 2019.
Matured fully in First-Fill Bourbon Barrels and bottled at 46% ABV, the Kilmory Version displays the right stability of peat affect, vanilla, and creamy notes from the American oak. This exceptional LAGG Single Malt showcases a vibrant and recent style profile, forming the inspiration of what’s but to return from LAGG sooner or later.
Kilmory takes its identify from the parish the place the charming village of Lagg resides. It’s right here that this dynamic new drive within the whisky trade calls dwelling, and the staff takes nice pleasure in naming their first core vary launch after the birthplace of LAGG Single Malt, paying homage to the guts of distilling on Arran.
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Following shortly after the Kilmory Version, the second core vary expression from Lagg would be the LAGG Single Malt Corriecravie Version, set to be launched in late July. This spirit is initially matured in Bourbon Barrels after which completed in Oloroso Sherry Hogsheads sourced immediately from Jerez producer Miguel Martin for about 6 months. Bottled at 55% ABV, this expression retains its pure flavours with out chill filtration or added colouring.
Corriecravie is a picturesque hamlet situated simply northwest of the village of Lagg, providing breathtaking panoramic views alongside the southern shoreline of the island. It holds its personal historic secrets and techniques, as its undulating terrain was as soon as dwelling to illicit stills that produced the notorious ‘Arran water’ throughout the early days of distilling on the island.
Lagg Distillery Supervisor, Graham Omand, explains, “The Kilmory expression captures the essence of the LAGG home type, which revolves round utilizing Bourbon Barrels with our peated spirit. In distinction, the Corriecravie Version showcases a distinct side of the LAGG spirit, highlighting notes of sweeter smoke, spices, and wealthy fruits. These Single Malts actually embody the southern aspect of Arran, evoking the earthy character of whiskies that have been among the many first distilled on the island centuries in the past. Immediately, our LAGG Single Malts characterize the spirit and reverence for our land that we are able to’t wait to share with the world.”
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To coincide with the launch of their two core vary Single Malts, a go to to Lagg Distillery this summer season is very really useful. Along with a surprising present store the place you’ll be able to purchase the brand new LAGG Single Malts and unique whiskies, you’ll be able to take pleasure in pleasant tasting experiences, excursions, and eating choices. Don’t miss the charming whisky bar on the higher flooring of their Customer Expertise, the place you’ll be able to unwind whereas savouring panoramic views, whisky flights, chocolate pairings, and delectable grazing boards.
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LAGG Single Malt Kilmory Version is out there now, whereas Corriecravie Version can be obtainable from July 2023. Each editions can be obtainable to buy from their web site, (hyperlink beneath) and specialist whisky retailers solely.
Web site: www.arranwhisky.com
