{"product_id":"kilchoman-cognac-cask-scotch","title":"Kilchoman Cognac Cask Matured Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700mL","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description user-content\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKilchoman Cognac Cask Matured Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIslay Single Malt | 50% ABV | 100 Proof | 750mL | Islay, Scotland | Cognac Cask Maturation | Non-Chill Filtered | Natural Colour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKilchoman Cognac Cask Matured brings together the distillery’s fruity, peated spirit and the influence of French oak casks previously used to age Cognac. The whisky spends its entire maturation in these casks, allowing their fruit and spice character to develop alongside Kilchoman’s citrus sweetness and maritime peat smoke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApple, pear and warming spice lead the profile, with stone fruit and citrus adding brightness. The Cognac oak contributes richness and texture while leaving room for the smoky Islay character. Bottled at 50% ABV without chill filtration or added colour, this expression offers a distinctive direction for drinkers exploring Kilchoman beyond its bourbon and sherry cask releases.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNose:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Apple and pear, with honeyed sweetness, warming spice and dry peat smoke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rounded stone fruit and citrus, layered with baking spices, oak and sweet smoke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lingering peat, dried fruit and ginger spice, lifted by citrus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Makes It Special\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull Cognac cask maturation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The whisky ages entirely in ex-Cognac casks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrench oak influence:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Adds fruit, spice and depth to Kilchoman’s citrus-led spirit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeated Islay character:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Maritime smoke remains central to the profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50% ABV:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Provides concentration and room to explore with a little water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural presentation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Non-chill filtered and bottled without added colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBegin neat in a tulip-shaped glass, allowing a few minutes for the fruit and spice aromas to open. Add water a few drops at a time to find your preferred balance of sweetness, oak and smoke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a pairing, consider aged cheese, roasted nuts or dark chocolate alongside a small pour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. Is Kilchoman Cognac Cask Matured fully matured or just finished in Cognac casks?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is fully matured in ex-Cognac casks. The whisky spends its entire aging period in those casks, rather than moving into them only for a finishing stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. Is Kilchoman Cognac Cask Matured peated?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. It uses peated Kilchoman spirit, bringing smoky, maritime character alongside the fruit and spice from the Cognac casks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. What does Kilchoman Cognac Cask Matured taste like?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpect orchard fruit, citrus and warming spices, supported by oak and peat smoke. The profile balances fruit sweetness with a smoky, gently spicy finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. How should I drink Kilchoman Cognac Cask Matured?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTry it neat first, then add a little water gradually. At 50% ABV, adjusting the dilution can help you explore the balance between fruit, spice and smoke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5. Where can I buy Kilchoman Cognac Cask Matured Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can purchase Kilchoman Cognac Cask Matured Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky directly from The Barrel Tap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kilchoman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44010223927521,"sku":"5060210709594","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0416\/3023\/6825\/files\/KilchomanCognacCaskMaturedSingleMaltScotchWhiskyBottleandBox.webp?v=1792784122","url":"https:\/\/www.thebarreltap.com\/products\/kilchoman-cognac-cask-scotch","provider":"The Barrel Tap","version":"1.0","type":"link"}