Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers, has announced the launch
of a new core range release, from its Mac-Talla Islay Scotch whisky brand.
Mac-Talla Flora (48.2% ABV) is a single malt Scotch whisky,
which was matured in a combination of Bourbon barrels, second-fill Sherry butts
and a very small quantity of first-fill Oloroso and PX butts.
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Each expression in the Mac-Talla range, demonstrates the diversity of Islay whisky and the wide range of styles which can be created on the Island. Flora is a testament to the Island’s botanical richness, reflected in the notes of fragrant blossom, balanced with fresh, costal salinity and gentle peat.
Mac-Talla Flora’s wildflower notes are said to make it the
perfect addition to the brand’s existing range: Terra, an earthy whisky with
notes of woodsmoke, Mara, a powerful seaside dram, and Strata, a rich and
balanced whisky which is as complex and layered as the rocks Islay stands on.
Commenting on the launch, Graeme Mackeddie, Operations
Director at Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers, said: “When creating Mac-Talla
Flora, we use a combination of lightly-peated Islay single malt aged in bourbon
barrels, second-fill sherry butts and a very small quantity of first-fill
Oloroso and PX butts. The sherry/bourbon ration is approximately 70/30. It is
vatted together and returned to second-fill sherry butts to marry for a number
of months before bottling. The result is an elegant dram, which perfectly
balances delicate floral notes of heather and gorse with Atlantic sea salt and
warming peat.”
Mac-Talla Flora, is now available from specialist retailers,
for a RRP of £54.00.
Posted by Steve Rush