Bruichladdich Port Charlotte 10YO Whisky

Bruichladdich Port Charlotte 10 Year Old is a bold yet balanced Islay single malt, crafted from 100% Scottish barley and matured for a decade on the shores of Loch Indaal. Heavily peated at 40ppm, it captures Islay’s signature smoke while retaining a refined, elegant sweetness. Conceived, distilled, matured and bottled entirely on Islay, this whisky reflects the land, the sea and the community that brought it to life — a true modern classic for peat lovers and gift-givers alike.

Tasting Notes & Experience

On the nose, dry earthy smoke intermingles with sea spray, caramel, vanilla fudge and citrus zest. The palate is soft yet complex, with creamy peat, charred oak, smoked oysters, honeyed lemon and herbal notes. The finish is long and layered, balancing smoky bonfire warmth with sweet fudge, malt, ripe fruits and marine salinity.

Key Details

• Producer: Bruichladdich Distillery
• Type: Heavily Peated Single Malt Scotch Whisky
• Region: Isle of Islay, Scotland
• ABV: 50%
• Volume: 700ml
• Serve: Neat, with a splash of water, or over ice

Cocktail Pairings

Port Charlotte 10 shines neat but elevates smoky cocktails: Whisky Sour with velvety peat depth; ISA Old-Fashioned for a bold, rustic twist; Smoky Scotch & Apple pairing crisp apple and herbal Chartreuse; Port Charlotte Sandfly balancing spice and smoke; or December’s Traditions, a wintery stirred serve with rich dessert-like notes.

Craftsmanship & Story

First released in 2018, Port Charlotte 10 is the flagship of Bruichladdich’s peated range. Distilled slowly through tall, narrow-necked stills and matured in a mix of first-fill American whiskey casks, second-fill casks and French wine casks, it is bottled at 50% ABV without chill-filtration or colouring. This whisky embodies the distillery’s commitment to provenance, transparency and community-led whisky making.

Special Features

Heavily peated at 40ppm, yet refined and elegant. Matured 65% in first-fill American whiskey casks, 10% in second-fill American whiskey casks, and 25% in second-fill French wine casks. Every drop is conceived, distilled, matured and bottled on Islay, ensuring a whisky that is both deeply smoky and unmistakably coastal.

Recognition & Accolades

Port Charlotte 10YO has received global acclaim:

• Double Gold – San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2025 & 2024
• Gold – ISW Meininger’s International Spirits Award, 2024
• Double Gold – NZ Spirits Awards, 2022
• Double Gold – San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2018
• Top 4 Whiskies of the Year – Whisky Advocate, 2018
• 94/100 – Falstaff
• 93/100 – Whisky Advocate

These awards confirm its standing as one of the most celebrated modern Islay single malts.

Perfect for Gifting or Sipping

With its striking bottle and balance of smoky power and coastal elegance, Port Charlotte 10YO is a superb gift for whisky enthusiasts and an essential dram for lovers of Islay peat.

Fast, Secure NZ-Wide Delivery

Order online for fast NZ delivery. Lovingly packed with a selection of stylish packaging and a personal message option to complete the perfect gift.