{"product_id":"port-askaig-8-yo","title":"Port Askaig 8 YO","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-156\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePowered By Camberwell Whisky Chambers \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cwhiskychamber.com\/\"\u003eCamberwell Whisky Chamber — whisky-focused, spirits-curated – CWC\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"Content-Type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=us-ascii\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePort Askaig\u003c\/strong\u003e is an Islay single malt Scotch whisky brand that captures the bold, coastal character the island is famous for. Named after the port village that serves as Islay’s main gateway, Port Askaig whiskies are known for their smoky peat, maritime salinity, and flavours of citrus, malt sweetness, and gentle spice. Bottled by Elixir Distillers, the range focuses on natural presentation and balance, offering a refined yet distinctly Islay experience.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-156\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-156\"\u003ePort Askaig 8 Year Old\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-156 citation-end-156\"\u003e is a beautifully balanced Islay single malt that serves as the perfect gateway into the rugged world of coastal peat.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-155\"\u003eDeveloped by the specialist team at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-155\"\u003eElixir Distillers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-155\"\u003e, this award winning expression is bottled at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-155\"\u003e45.8% ABV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-155 citation-end-155\"\u003e, a specific strength chosen to highlight the distillery’s signature maritime oiliness.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-154\"\u003eMatured exclusively in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-154\"\u003erefill American oak Bourbon casks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-154 citation-end-154\"\u003e, the 8 year old expression prioritises the “distillery character” over heavy wood influence, allowing the crisp peat and citrus notes to shine through.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis release highlights its incredible consistency; despite being an independent bottling, it has become a “cult core range” staple. The 2025 batches continue to showcase a remarkably sophisticated profile for its age, leaning into the elegant, “sooty” smoke characteristic of the distilleries found near the village of Port Askaig on Islay’s north coast. \u003cspan class=\"citation-153 citation-end-153\"\u003eIt remains non-chill filtered and naturally coloured, preserving the authentic, straw gold hue of a true island malt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNose: Fresh and vibrantly coastal. \u003cspan class=\"citation-152\"\u003eInitial aromas of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-152\"\u003elemon zest and sea spray\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-152\"\u003e are followed by a clean, warming \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-152\"\u003epeat smoke\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-152 citation-end-152\"\u003e reminiscent of a beach bonfire.\u003c\/span\u003e As it opens, subtle notes of honeyed malt, green apple, and a touch of smoked ham emerge, balanced by a faint medicinal hint and damp kelp.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePalate: The mouthfeel is surprisingly oily and coating. Sweet notes of salted caramel and vanilla pod are met by a punchy, mineral rich peat. Mid palate, flavours of liquorice, lime juice, and cracked black pepper develop, all grounded by a persistent but refined earthy sootiness.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFinish: Medium to long and refreshingly crisp. The finish lingers with a dry woodsmoke and sea salt tingle, eventually fading into a sweet trail of lemon sherbet and herbal peat\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Port Askaig","offers":[{"title":"30ml","offer_id":55419483062440,"sku":"10","price":14.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50ml","offer_id":55419483095208,"sku":"11","price":23.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0418\/8045\/3288\/files\/PortAskaig8YO.png?v=1776115314","url":"https:\/\/highballwhisky.com.au\/products\/port-askaig-8-yo","provider":"Highball","version":"1.0","type":"link"}