{"title":"Isle of Raasay","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"isle-of-raasay-hebridean-lightly-peated-single-malt-700ml","title":"Isle of Raasay Hebridean Lightly Peated Single Malt 700ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIsle of Raasay Hebridean Lightly Peated Single Malt 700ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a non-age-statement island Scotch single malt whisky bottled at 46.4% ABV in a 700ml format. It earned Gold and 94 points at the 2023 Las Vegas Global Spirit Awards, along with a Category Winner title at the 2022 World Whiskies Awards for Best Scotch Islands (Non-Islay) Small Batch Single Malt — establishing it as a serious contender in the island whisky space.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 46.4%  |  Origin: Isle of Raasay, Scottish Islands  |  NAS (No Age Statement)  |  Distillery: Isle of Raasay Distillery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIsle of Raasay Distillery holds the distinction of being the first legal distillery on the Isle of Raasay, a small island off the northeast coast of Skye in northwest Scotland. The distillery employs what it calls Na Sia — a unique six-cask recipe that begins with two separate spirit runs, one peated and one unpeated, both made from 100% Scottish barley. Each spirit is matured individually across three cask types — first-fill American rye whiskey barrels, virgin Chinkapin oak, and first-fill Bordeaux red wine casks — then married together. Extended fermentation lasting three to five days develops deep fruit complexity before the spirit ever meets wood. The whisky is bottled non-chill filtered with no added color, preserving the full character of this distinctive island production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beach bonfire smoke rises first, layered beneath dark fruits — blackcurrants and cherries mingle with dried apricot. Floral notes and a gentle honeyed sweetness emerge as the glass opens up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is soft and fruit-forward, with rich blackcurrant and orchard fruit yielding quickly to lightly peated warmth at mid-palate. Black pepper spice and crystallized ginger build intensity, while sweet baking notes of vanilla and honey provide balance. The interplay between smoky and fruity elements stays in constant motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-long, with butterscotch and vanilla giving way to a distinct touch of sea salt and lingering mild peat smoke. The texture remains creamy throughout, closing with a gentle maritime dryness that invites the next sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Isle of Raasay\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 46.4% and non-chill filtered, this whisky is at its most expressive neat or with a few drops of water to open the fruit and smoke interplay. A single large ice cube works well for warm-weather sipping without muting the complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePenicillin:\u003c\/strong\u003e The lightly peated profile adds island character without overwhelming the honey-ginger backbone of this modern classic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlood and Sand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark fruit notes from the Bordeaux cask maturation harmonize naturally with sweet vermouth and cherry liqueur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmoky Rob Roy:\u003c\/strong\u003e The gentle peat and vanilla finish complement sweet vermouth and Angostura bitters, creating a refined variation on the Scottish classic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhisky explorers seeking island Scotch beyond Islay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting to someone who appreciates innovative cask programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding an unusual conversation piece to a home whisky collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing a lightly peated dram to friends who find Islay malts too smoky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Isle of Raasay taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Isle of Raasay delivers rich dark fruit — blackcurrant, cherry, and apricot — balanced by light beach bonfire peat smoke, black pepper spice, and a butterscotch-vanilla sweetness. A touch of sea salt on the finish reinforces its maritime island character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Isle of Raasay compare to Talisker?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are Scottish island single malts with maritime and lightly peated profiles, but Raasay's six-cask maturation program — including Chinkapin oak and Bordeaux red wine casks — produces a noticeably more fruit-driven whisky. Talisker tends toward bolder pepper and brine, while Raasay balances its smoke with dark fruit sweetness and baking spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Isle of Raasay good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — bottled at 46.4% ABV and non-chill filtered with no color added, it retains full body and flavor intensity that rewards neat drinking. A few drops of water further reveal the interplay between peat smoke and dark fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Isle of Raasay made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is distilled and matured at the Isle of Raasay Distillery, the first legal distillery on the Isle of Raasay, a small island in the Scottish Inner Hebrides located off the northeast coast of the Isle of Skye.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Isle of Raasay?\u003c\/strong\u003e Smoked salmon or gravlax mirrors the whisky's maritime smoke; aged Comté or Gruyère complements the butterscotch and vanilla notes; dark chocolate with sea salt echoes the finish; roasted lamb with herbs pairs with the pepper spice; and fruit-forward desserts like blackcurrant tart amplify the Bordeaux cask influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Isle of Raasay come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard expression is available in a 700ml bottle, consistent with the standard format for Scotch whisky sold internationally.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Isle of Raasay worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Isle of Raasay positions as a premium craft single malt, priced in line with other small-batch island whiskies. Its unique six-cask production, multiple gold awards, and limited production scale provide strong value within that tier for collectors and adventurous drinkers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Isle of Raasay?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Na Sia six-cask recipe is genuinely unlike anything else in Scotch whisky — splitting production between peated and unpeated spirit, then aging each across three distinct wood types, creates a layered complexity that most NAS single malts cannot match. A Gold medal and 94 points at the 2023 Las Vegas Global Spirit Awards, paired with a Category Winner title at the 2022 World Whiskies Awards, confirm that this approach delivers results recognized by international judges. As the first legal distillery on Raasay, the operation carries the weight of establishing an entirely new provenance in Scotch whisky. For anyone drawn to island character but seeking something beyond the familiar Islay-Skye axis, this is one of the most distinctive and genuinely original single malts available today.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Isle of Raasay","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44839290175657,"sku":"39030","price":72.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Isle-of-Raasay-Hebridean-Single-Malt__14417.jpg?v=1730519152"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/isle-of-raasay.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}