Bunnahabhain Toiteach A DHA Single Malt 46.3%

Bunnahabhain Toiteach A DHA Single Malt 46.3%

People love a good sequel and that's exactly what Bunnahabhain Toiteach a Dha is, which means “Smoky Two” in Gaelic. It's the successor to their popular peaty treat Bunnahabhain Toiteach, offering a much more prominent core of sherry spice that shines through the smoky plumes.

Scent: Roasted peanuts, cinnamon and red chilli flakes, blackcurrants and port wine.
Taste: Sea salt and kippers, dark chocolate, sultanas, a touch of cantaloupe.
Aftertaste: Barley, dry smoke and pepper.

About the distillery

The Bunnahabhain distillery, located on the north-east coast of the island of Islay in Scotland, is known for producing a range of high quality single malt whiskies. Founded in 1881, the distillery has a rich history spanning more than a century.

Bunnahabhain is unique among Islay distilleries in that it does not focus on producing smoked whisky, which is typical of the region. Instead, they offer a more subtle and slightly smoky character in their whiskeys. This is because they use a combination of smoked and non-smoked malt grains in production.

The distillery's coastal location also gives a certain maritime influence to the taste of their whisky. The whiskey is said to have an oceanic feel with hints of salt, seaweed and sea air. This, together with the mild smoke, gives Bunnahabhain a distinct character that many whiskey enthusiasts appreciate. The Bunnahabhain Distillery uses traditional copper pot stills for the distillation and has a capacity to produce around two million liters of whiskey per year. They also use different types of casks, including bourbon casks and sherry casks, to give their whiskeys different flavors and complexity.

In addition to their standard range, Bunnahabhain also produce a number of special editions and limited editions which are sought after by collectors and whiskey enthusiasts worldwide. The distillery also offers tours and tastings for visitors. Where you can learn more about the production process and get a tasting experience of their different whiskeys.

Overall, the Bunnahabhain distillery is known for its subtle smoke, sea-inspired flavors and high quality whisky. It is an important part of the rich whiskey production tradition of the island of Islay and a destination that many whiskey lovers like to visit to experience its unique character and charm.