{"product_id":"smokehead-sherry-cask-blast-islay-single-malt","title":"Smokehead Sherry Cask Blast Islay Single Malt","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"692\"\u003eSmokehead is known for producing bold, heavily peated Islay whisky with an unapologetically smoky style. Bottled by Ian Macleod Distillers, the brand embraces a modern, rebellious approach to Scotch whisky while remaining grounded in the unmistakable maritime and smoky character that defines Islay malts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"692\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"1142\"\u003eSmokehead Sherry Cask Blast takes that signature peat-driven style and layers it with the richness of Spanish Oloroso sherry casks. The whisky is matured and finished in sherry-seasoned oak, adding depth, sweetness and spice to the powerful smoky backbone. Bottled at 48% ABV and non-chill filtered, it retains a rich texture and concentrated flavour profile that appeals to fans of fuller-bodied Islay whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"1142\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003eAppearance:\u003cbr data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003eDeep gold with warm amber highlights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003eHeavy peat smoke rises first, followed by notes of vanilla, custard, dried fruit and toasted oak. Underneath the smoke are hints of sultana, spice and subtle coastal salinity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003ePalate:\u003cbr data-start=\"1508\" data-end=\"1511\"\u003eRich and mouth-coating, with layers of oily peat smoke, dark dried fruit and sweet sherry influence. Flavours of barbecued banana, raisin, nutmeg and charred oak develop alongside the whisky’s medicinal Islay edge. The sherry cask character adds sweetness and texture without softening the whisky’s smoky intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1980\"\u003eFinish:\u003cbr data-start=\"1839\" data-end=\"1842\"\u003eLong, warming and smoky, with lingering peat, oak spice, dried fruit and a final salty coastal note.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wine-of-the-Month Club","offers":[{"title":"750ml Bottle","offer_id":45301431959731,"sku":"WHNV22WS62","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/SmokeheadSherryCaskBlastIslaySingleMalt.jpg?v=1771838076","url":"https:\/\/www.wineofthemonth.co.za\/products\/smokehead-sherry-cask-blast-islay-single-malt","provider":"Wine of the Month","version":"1.0","type":"link"}