Kilchoman Machir Bay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 750mL

Kilchoman Machir Bay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Kilchoman Distillery | 46% ABV | Matured in Bourbon & Oloroso Sherry Casks | Non-Chill Filtered | No Added Coloring | Flagship Expression

Process & Profile

Machir Bay is Kilchoman’s flagship bottling, reflecting the rugged character of its namesake bay on Islay and the farm-to-bottle ethos of the distillery. A vatting of 4- and 5-year-old whisky, it marries maturation in both ex-bourbon barrels (~90%) and Oloroso sherry casks (~10%). The whisky is produced using traditional methods: malt is partially floor-malted using Islay peat, fermented, double-distilled in copper pot stills, and bottled naturally at 46% ABV with no chill filtration or added color.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Illuminating citrus zest, juicy peaches, toasted vanilla, coastal peat smoke, and honeyed sweetness

• Palate: Lively tropical fruit — think sultanas and malted honey — layered with butterscotch, cracked black pepper, and sea salt

• Finish: Long and warming with baking spice, soft spice, and a gentle peat embrace

What Makes It Special

• A flagship expression that embodies Kilchoman’s heritage of farm-based distilling — growing and malt­ing barley onsite

• Balanced maturation utilizing both bourbon & Oloroso sherry casks, offering depth without overshadowing Islay’s signature style

• Bottled at 46% ABV, and notably non-chill filtered with no color added, retaining full flavor and texture integrity

• Versatile and approachable, it offers both freshness and character: citrus, fruit, malt, and gentle peat in harmony

• Recognized as one of Islay’s standout core releases — bold yet approachable, and consistently praised by enthusiasts

How to Enjoy

Best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water in a Glencairn glass to accentuate its citrus, fruit, and smoke. Also ideal in classic whisky cocktails that benefit from irisp balance and light peat — like a modified Whisky Sour or peated twist on the Penicillin.

FAQ

1. What casks are used to mature Machir Bay?
   It’s matured mainly in ex-bourbon barrels, with around 10% finished in Oloroso sherry casks.

2. What is the ABV?
   Bottled at 46% ABV.

3. Is it chill-filtered or colored?
   No — it is non-chill filtered and contains natural color only.

4. What is its flavor profile?
   Expect citrus, tropical fruit, malt, butterscotch, sea salt, light peat smoke, and spice.

5. How old is Machir Bay?
   It’s a vatting of whiskies aged roughly 4 to 5 years, with some casks finished in sherry for added complexity.