{"product_id":"port-askaig-sherry-cask-islay-single-malt-scotch-whisky","title":"Port Askaig Sherry Cask Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky","description":"Port Askaig Sherry Cask is an Islay single malt Scotch whisky that masterfully bridges the maritime heritage of Scotland with the sun-soaked traditions of Jerez, Spain. Bottled at 50.5% ABV without chill filtration or added coloring, this expression delivers bold peat smoke tempered by rich sherry cask influence, creating sultana sweetness, dark chocolate depth, and signature Islay sea brine character.\n\nCrafted by Elixir Distillers Ltd, Port Askaig represents the gateway to Islay's distinctive whisky heritage. For over a century, the maritime route between Scotland's rugged western isle and southern Spain has carried precious sherry casks northward, where they absorb the Atlantic's influence before embracing Islay's legendary peat smoke. This marriage of Spanish warmth and Scottish terroir creates a whisky that honors both traditions while forging its own distinctive path.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coal smoke, sultanas, dark chocolate, orange peel, sea brine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bold and dense, thick peat smoke, chocolate richness, citrus brightness, maritime salinity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, with lingering smoke, dried fruit sweetness, and coastal minerality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIslay Single Malt Scotch Whisky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50.5% (101 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e700ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo Age Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElixir Distillers Ltd\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIslay, Scotland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSherry Cask\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFiltration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon Chill Filtered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural Color, No Additives\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeat Smoke Exploration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal introduction to Islay's signature character for newcomers to peated whisky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvening Contemplation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complex enough for slow sipping while watching the sunset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhisky Education:\u003c\/strong\u003e Demonstrates the beautiful marriage between Spanish sherry casks and Scottish peat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollector's Journey:\u003c\/strong\u003e Essential representation of modern Islay craft and international collaboration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Port Askaig Sherry Cask taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePort Askaig Sherry Cask delivers a bold combination of Islay peat smoke and Spanish sherry sweetness. The palate opens with thick coal smoke and sea brine, followed by rich dark chocolate, sultanas, and orange peel. The finish is long and complex, balancing maritime salinity with dried fruit sweetness from the sherry cask influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Port Askaig Sherry Cask good for beginners to Islay whisky?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this expression serves as an excellent gateway to Islay whisky. While it maintains the region's signature peat smoke character, the sherry cask maturation provides balancing sweetness and richness that makes the smoke more approachable for newcomers to peated Scotch whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink Port Askaig Sherry Cask?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis whisky is best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to open up its complex aromatics. The 50.5% ABV provides excellent mouthfeel and flavor intensity, but a splash of water can help reveal more subtle notes of orange peel and chocolate. Serve in a Glencairn glass to concentrate the aromatic peat smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Port Askaig different from other Islay whiskies?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePort Askaig uniquely emphasizes the historical connection between Islay and Jerez, Spain. The sherry cask maturation creates a distinctive balance where Spanish warmth and sweetness complement rather than compete with Islay's peat smoke, resulting in a more approachable yet complex expression of the island's character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Port Askaig Sherry Cask worth the price?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis expression offers excellent value for an Islay single malt, particularly given its cask strength presentation, non-chill filtration, and natural color. The quality of sherry cask influence combined with authentic Islay character makes it competitive with more expensive aged expressions from established distilleries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Port Askaig","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48832728301808,"sku":"PASCISMSW","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0535\/6958\/5335\/files\/front_9faf479b-50a9-4bc9-b2b0-c385ea348e42.jpg?v=1771260777","url":"https:\/\/huntsmanheritage.com\/products\/port-askaig-sherry-cask-islay-single-malt-scotch-whisky","provider":"Huntsman Heritage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}