Notes from the producer:

Corryvreckan takes its name from the famous whirlpool that lies to the north of Islay, where only the bravest souls dare to venture. Swirling aromas and torrents of deep, peaty, peppery taste lurk beneath the surface of this beautifully balanced dram. Like the whirlpool itself, Corryvreckan is not for the faint-hearted!

Colour: Rich Amber

Aroma: Heady, intense and powerful. Swirl the glass and dip your nose into the torrents of tarry ropes, creosote and linseed oil rising from deep within the vortex. A collision of waxy dark chocolate, warm blackcurrants and muscovado sugar pulls you under its spell with a burst of plump cherries and earthy pine needles leaping from its depths. From salty seasoning comes a briny character with tangy crisp seaweed and smoky bacon swirling on the surface with hints of sweet vanilla, spicy cloves and blueberries. 

Taste: Plunge into the whirlpool and torrents of taste well up on the palate; deep, peppery and chewy, bombarding the tongue. The first plunge brings forth chewy peppered steak soaked in pepper sauce with the tang of crispy seaweed. As you descend deeper, encounter a mouthful of black tarry espresso coffee that coats the palate with rich melted dark fruits (blackcurrants, blueberries and cherries) and bitter almonds.

Finish: Long, deep and remaining powerful into the finish with black tarry coffee, chocolate coated cherries and hot pepper sauce.

57.1% ABV. Non-chill-filtered. 

International Whisky Competition 2021 – Best Single Malt Scotch

San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2021 – Double Gold

International Whisky Competition 2020 – Best Single Malt Scotch

International Whisky Competition 2020 – Best Single Malt Scotch (NAS)

International Whisky Competition 2020 – Best Islay Single Malt Scotch

International Whisky Competition 2020 – Best Cask Strength Scotch (Over 57% ABV)

International Whisky Competition 2020 – Best Peated Scotch