46% ABV
Lochlea is a farm distillery in the Lowlands region of Southern Scotland that grows all of the barley used in their whisky. Founded in 2018, this is their their flagship release that was developed by their former Production Director John Campbell. Aged in first fill Bourbon, Oloroso Sherry, and STR (Shaved - Toasted - Re-charred) casks and bottled without additives or chill filtration.
Tasting Notes:
NOSE: Pear syrup, fruit bon bons, warm cut grass, marmalade
PALATE: Golden Syrup, pepper, rye bread, macadamia nuts, cream soda
FINISH: Long finish with a lasting orange beeswax note
About the producer:
At Lochlea, our independently-owned distillery has been quietly producing, casking, and maturing our spirit over the last few years, patiently waiting to share the fruits of our labour with the world. Initially led by the experience and expertise of distillery manager Malcolm Rennie, and now under the management of ex-Laphroaig Distillery Manager John Campbell. Having built up one of the top ten Scotch brands in the world over the past 27 years, John brings a wealth of knowledge and a burning ambition to help Lochlea fulfil its potential. And the result? A whisky for drinking. A whisky that’s not just a bottle to be admired, collected, or saved. It's a whisky that should find its home in cocktail cabinets, around campfires, and in your favourite bars, pubs and restaurants. Love, care and attention from field to cask has been paramount in creating this whisky. The family-run farm grows and harvests their own barley with draff used to feed local cattle. The water is raised from aquifers in the limestone deep below the steading. Rooted in Scottish history, we are very proud that Robert Burns called Lochlea his home throughout his formative years, from 1777 until his father’s death in 1784. By day, Burns worked hard on the farm and in the evening he enjoyed the company of his friends, debating at the Bachelors Club in nearby Tarbolton. The ground here has inspired the honest, passionate and progressive nature of Lochlea whisky.
