149.9 Barfly

Description

From the team

Our new Coastal & Maritime profile is aptly represented here with 149.9. A newer distillery from Scotland, and probably the hardest one to get to in the whole land. Leading the charge on the old-school spirit style in Scotland, this distillery on the Ardnamurchan peninsula makes inarguably the best un-peated malt character in the world right now. Don’t miss this single cask.

Tasting Panel notes

We found the nose to be wonderfully starchy, fresh and full of fabrics, cigarette papers and barley extract before big notes of hessian, lemon rind and buttery oatcakes. It all suggested to us a big, hearty and charismatic Highland distillate at play – and we were not wrong …! With water it became a notch fatter, with rich beery and bready notes, background hints of heather honey and mead, then camphor and the funky kiss of cider apple. The neat palate displayed a wonderful muddle of sharp gooseberry acidity, celery, cooking oils, putty and lemon rinds. With time it became more medicinal, with camphor and menthol balm and some lovely waxy textures. Water brought back those starchy and cereal vibes, while there were loads more beers on display, ready salted crisps and a single, solitary pork scratching …

Introducing Coastal & Maritime

Embark on a windswept journey with Coastal & Maritime, a flavour profile that embodies the very essence of the sea. Driftwood and tarry ropes conjure images of rugged harbours, while oysters, barbecued prawns, and seaweed evoke seaside feasts. With whispers of pebble beaches, beach bonfires, and salted caramel, this profile is a sensory voyage — briny with a hint of sweetness and full-on maritime charm.