Lochlea Sowing Third Crop 1st Fill Bourbon Barrel Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky (2024) 70cl

Over the past few years, our seasonal small batch releases have showcased the signature Lochlea style in four different ways. As a working farm, these expressions tie-in with exactly what is happening here at that time of year.

Sowing Edition (Third Crop) is the first in a new and final set of four limited editions, marking the end of our Seasonal trilogy. Matured in 100% fresh 1st-fill ex-Bourbon barrels, these casks are 9 months older than those used in Sowing Edition (Second Crop), and the difference is incredible! This whisky really highlights the floral aromatics associated with distilling in the colder months.

TASTING NOTES

Nose: Almonds, rose petals

Palate: White pepper, a vibrant burst of apple blossom

Finish: Warm straw, fresh grass

About Lochlea

Originally a South Ayrshire cattle farm Lochlea pivoted to barley growing with the aim of estabilishing a distillery and finally began producing spirit in 2018. An independent and family owned distillery Lochlea benefits from the expertise of ex-Laphroaig distillery manager John Campbell, who oversees the production of this elegant and fruity spirit. Lochlea is steeped in history, the barley is grown in the same fields once worked by illustrious former tenant Robert Burns, and their inaugural release hit the market on the 25th of January in his honour. Driven by a field to cask philosophy and unburdened by an inflexible corporate structure Lochlea has positioned itself as a progressive and responsive distillery with the potential to create some innovative small-batch whiskies.

Initially led by the experience of Malcolm Rennie and John Campbell, Lochlea is now under the management of Distillery Manager Darren McCormick. Darren has been with Lochlea since the very beginning, filling the first ever Lochlea cask in 2018. 6 years on, he continues to ensure our spirit is of the highest quality by overseeing every aspect of production.

46% ABV

70cl