Lochlea Smoke without Fire, Single Estate - Single Malt Whisky, 70cl

Distillery/Brand: Lochlea
Expression: Smoke without Fire, Single Estate
Spirit: Single Malt Whisky
Region: Lowlands, Scotland
Volume: 70cl
Alcohol: 46% ABV
Cask: ex-peated refill Bourbon barrels and Red Wine casks
Unpeated but matured in casks that previously held peated whisky which delivers a light peat on the nose and palate.
Natural Colour
Non-Chill Filtered

Lochlea is an independent family-owned farm/distillery in the heart of Ayrshire, Scotland. Lochlea launched their inaugural dram in 2022. The Lochlea team distil and mature their whisky at the farm from barley grown there.

This dram is part of Lochlea's new core range of single malts: Single Estate, This is a permanent collection built on Lochlea's commitment to quality, provenance, and character. This Single Estate range reflects their previous seasonal releases, and showcases Lochlea spirit's versatility and the influence of their cask selection.

Smoke Without Fire is a delicately smoky single malt and a proud addition to Lochlea’s core range. Evolving from their Ploughing Edition, this expression is matured in a combination of ex-peated refill Bourbon barrels and red wine casks, offering a beautifully balanced profile of soft red fruits, floral sweetness, and gentle bonfire smoke. This whisky captures the subtle complexity of peat influence without overpowering the spirit’s natural elegance.

Nose: Sweet red berries, flowers in bud, cherry blossom, lemon peel, and soft smoke.

Palate: Salty sea smoke, fresh cut oak, bonfire char, light citrus, light delicate fruit, a hint of sherbet.

Finish: Light char, soft blossom, gentle to finish, and fresh phenols.