70cl/49.2% ABV  Islay  Scotland

Now Discontinued

This fourth incarnation of the now legendary black art is as enigmatic as ever, the composition of casks a mystery to all but its creator. Working with the very finest American and French oak to explore that most esoteric relationship between spirit and wood, Black Art is Master Distiller Jim McEwan's personal voyage into the heart of Bruichladdich.

Distilled in 1990, and bottled in 2013, this 23YO 4.1 Edition is matured in a variety of American and French oak barrels, the exact nature of which are known only to Master Distiller Jim McEwan.

Nose: An unusual bouquet, with hints of sherry, Bordeaux wine, and perhaps even Sauternes wine blended with fresh lemon peel, honey and the slightest hint of salt air.

Palate: On the palate, this whisky is exotic and exhibits lots of fruit notes. Fresh papaya abounds, with coconut, chocolate, mango and star anise notes.

Finish: Finishing with nice oak, a bit of cereal grains, and peach crisp.