Kilchoman 18 Year Ex-Bourbon Barrel Scotch Whisky 20th Anniversary Cask Series

Kilchoman 18 Year Ex-Bourbon Barrel Scotch Whisky – 20th Anniversary Cask Series
Single Malt Scotch Whisky | 46% ABV (92 Proof) | 700 mL

Process & Profile

As the oldest release in Kilchoman’s 20th Anniversary Cask Series, this 18-year-old single malt marks a milestone in the Islay distillery’s history. Distilled in 2006 and matured entirely in refill bourbon barrels, the whisky was bottled in 2025 to honor two decades of independent production. Selected by Kilchoman founder Anthony Wills, it reflects the delicate maturity that extended bourbon aging brings—balancing coastal smoke with smooth, vanilla-led elegance. Bottled at 46% ABV, it retains its natural color and is non-chill filtered.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Butterscotch, toasted coconut, vanilla bean, crème brûlée, and coastal peat

• Palate: Caramelized apple, spiced biscuit, vanilla fudge, and briny smoke

• Finish: Lingering honey, sea salt, charred oak, and refined smoke

What Makes It Special

• Kilchoman’s oldest release to date: 18 years in refill bourbon barrels

• Distilled in 2006 and bottled in 2025 for the 20th anniversary

• Bottled at 46% ABV, non-chill filtered with natural color

• Selected by founder Anthony Wills for balance and maturity

• Limited global release of 1,209 bottles

How to Enjoy

Enjoy neat to fully appreciate its age and elegance, or add a few drops of water to explore subtle vanilla and coastal layers. Pair with creamy cheeses, grilled seafood, or almond pastries.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the ABV of this release?
   It is bottled at 46% ABV, or 92 proof.

2. How long was it aged?
   A full 18 years in refill bourbon barrels, making it Kilchoman’s oldest bottling to date.

3. Is it peated?
   Yes, it features Kilchoman’s signature maritime peat in a softer, matured style.

4. Is it a limited edition?
   Yes, only 1,209 bottles were produced globally.

5. How does it differ from other anniversary series bottlings?
   This expression emphasizes vanilla, honey, and mellow smoke from long bourbon cask aging, in contrast to the spiced richness of the sherry-aged editions.