Kilchoman U.S. Small Batch No. 8 Scotch Whisky
Kilchoman U.S. Small Batch No. 8 Scotch Whisky is the eighth bottling in Kilchoman's US-exclusive small-batch series — a peaty Islay single malt from the island's farm distillery, bottled at 47.7% ABV (95.4 proof) in a 750mL bottle. Founded in 2005 by Anthony Wills, Kilchoman was the first new distillery built on Islay in over 124 years and remains one of Scotland's few independent distilleries, distilling, maturing, and bottling on the farm. Order it online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 47.7% (95.4 proof) — 750mL
- Style: peaty Islay single malt — US-exclusive small-batch release No. 8
- Distillery: Kilchoman, Islay — founded 2005, Scotland's only farm distillery
- Character: smoky sweetness with sea salt, brine, charred oak, and earthy peat
- Origin: Scotland — 100% Islay grain-to-glass tradition
Islay's Farm Distillery, Bottling for America
Kilchoman set out to resurrect the grass-roots tradition of farm distilling, and its 100% Islay range is a revival of exactly that — barley grown on the island, distilled and matured within sight of the fields. The US Small Batch series takes that farmhouse character and bottles it at a robust but approachable strength for the American market. Browse more from Kilchoman or explore whiskey at Del Mesa.
Tasting Notes
A nose of a coastal bonfire — charred oak, earthy peat, and a subtle floral sweetness; smoky sweetness with hints of sea salt and brine on the palate; a lingering, warm, smoky embrace (per trade notes).
How to Enjoy
Neat or with a splash of water to unlock the full peat-and-salt layers. It also stands up to a bold cigar or a fireside evening.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Kilchoman U.S. Small Batch series?
A series of small-batch releases bottled exclusively for the United States, each numbered — this is release No. 8.
Is Kilchoman peaty?
Yes — Kilchoman is a peaty Islay single malt in the island's classic smoky style.
What is the ABV?
47.7% ABV (95.4 proof), consistent across US retail listings.
Farm-distilled Islay peat, numbered for America — order Kilchoman U.S. Small Batch No. 8 online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.