Bruichladdich The Laddie Eight 8YO - 70cl/50%

Bruichladdich The Laddie Eight is an 8-year-old single malt Scotch whisky from the Bruichladdich Distillery on Scotland’s Isle of Islay. Known as "The Progressive Hebridean Distillers," Bruichladdich crafts this whisky with innovation and tradition, using 100% Scottish barley and pure Islay spring water. Unlike many peated Islay whiskies, The Laddie Eight is unpeated, offering a lighter, fruitier profile. Bottled at 50% ABV and non-chill filtered, it retains natural intensity and texture.

On the nose, expect bright floral notes, green apple, pear, citrus zest, and a hint of honey with subtle sea salt. The palate is creamy, revealing vanilla, toffee, orchard fruits, and mild oak spice, while the medium finish lingers with citrus, barley, and a mineral coastal touch. Aged in American oak casks in Islay’s maritime climate, it reflects local terroir and transparency—barley sources are often traceable to specific farms.

Founded in 1881 and revived in 2001, Bruichladdich showcases Islay’s diversity through this accessible expression. Perfect neat or with a splash of water, The Laddie Eight is a vibrant introduction to unpeated Islay whisky, blending youthful energy with balanced complexity for both novices and enthusiasts.