House of Hazelwood, Queen of the Hebrides
Queen of the Hebrides was released as part of House of Hazelwood’s 2024 Legacy Collection, bringing a mature Islay presence into the range. Bottled at 36 years old, the blended malt focuses on coastal influence and peat rather than sweetness. Ashy smoke, maritime salinity and restrained medicinal notes define the profile, with age softening the peat into balance rather than dominance. It presents Islay character through maturity rather than intensity.
Nose
Ashy smoke, sea spray, brine
Palate
Smoked malt, salted caramel, lemon zest, seaweed
Finish
Dry smoke, medicinal note, saline
Ashy smoke and sea breeze shape a classic maritime nose with brine-soaked rope adding depth. The palate moves to smoked malt, salted caramel, lemon zest and seaweed. The finish is dry, smoky and faintly medicinal with a saline snap.
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House of Hazelwood, Queen of the Hebrides
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