Cask 88 recently announced the release of the third in its series of single cask whisky bottlings inspired by the legends of Scottish Folklore, a 19 Year Old Laphroaig 2001 Single Malt finished in a first fill Château Léoville-Las Cases Bordeaux barrique.
This limited release — only 258 bottles — will be available.embodies the spirit of the Cailleach Beira, who is said to be the Mother of all other deities in Scottish folklore. She is said to be the personification of winter, ushering in the change of the seasons with her tidal mood, and washing her plaid shawl in the Corryvreckan whirlpool off the coast of Islay.
The 19 Year Old Laphroaig 2001 Single Malt: Cailleach Beira joins a series which boasts a strong performance record in international awards. The first release in this series was a 45 Year Old Ben Nevis 1972 Single Malt, represented by the Cù-Sìth from Scottish folklore, a mythical hound with a murderous bark which is said to stalk the highlands of Scotland. The second bottle in the series was a 22 Year Old Arran 1997 Single Malt, represented by selkie.
Intended to bond the stories of Scotland’s history with the finest expressions of its spirit, the Cask 88 Scottish Folklore series will consist of six unique, single cask expressions, each featuring a mythical beast who has roamed the highlands, stalked the lowlands or inhibited the islands. “It’s a pleasure to have such an iconic single malt as part of our collection inspired by Scottish folklore,” said Cask 88 Director Patrick Costello. “This particular single cask caught our attention because of its complex and brooding personality that reminded us of Cailleach Beira herself. Originally intended as a warming dram to guide through the change of seasons, changes to our release schedule have given our Cailleach Beira the chance to walk in the sun.”
The 19 Year Old Laphroaig 2001 Single Malt: Cailleach Beira is available via Cask 88 for approximately $600.
