Bruichladdich ORGANIC BARLEY 10 Years Old Islay Single Malt 2012 50% Vol. 0,7l

The Bruichladdich ORGANIC BARLEY Islay Single Malt 2012 (50% ABV) places the origin of its barley firmly at the forefront, demonstrating the influence that organic farming can have on a whisky’s character. For this Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Bruichladdich uses exclusively Scottish ‘Publican’ barley sourced from Mid Coul Farms near Inverness. The farm operates a closed-loop fertility system, in which organic by-products are returned to the agricultural cycle. The barley is cultivated according to organic principles, without the use of synthetic agrochemicals or pesticides. Following the harvest, the grain—processed into unpeated malt—is transported to the Bruichladdich Distillery on Islay, where it was slowly distilled in 2012. This vintage bottling serves as a prime example of Bruichladdich’s commitment to terroir, sustainable agriculture, and the transparent sourcing of raw materials.

The Bruichladdich Organic Barley 2012 was matured for ten years—entirely on Islay—in 100% first-fill bourbon casks. The American oak complements the distinct, malt-forward character of the organic barley without obscuring its unique identity, while adding further depth and structure. Bottled at a robust 50% ABV, the whisky retains an intense texture, making it an excellent choice for those wishing to explore the interplay between the grain, the cask, and the spirit’s origin. Across various vintages, the ‘Organic Barley’ series has developed a distinct style of its own—one in which the barley itself takes a much more prominent role than is typically the case with many conventional single malts. The 0.7-liter bottle makes this 10-year-old organic single malt from Bruichladdich an exciting release for fans of unpeated Islay whiskies with a clear provenance and a distinct grain character.