The Legendary Silkie - Journey through Smoke

Profile: The Legendary Silkie - Journey through Smoke at a glance

• Inspired by Irish legend & Coast: Named after the mystical “Silkies” – sea creatures from Irish folklore – this whiskey combines tradition, nature, and history in a smooth, maritime delight
• Journey of discovery through three smoking styles: The set includes three miniatures (50ml each) – The Legendary Silkie, Dark Silkie, and Midnight Silkie – and offers a sensory journey from mild to intense smoke. Ideal for anyone who wants to explore the diversity of Irish peated whiskeys
• Compact tasting experience in gift format: The high-quality box is ideal for giving as a gift or for a guided tasting at home – it gives an excellent impression of the character of the Silkie range – without having to open a large bottle
• Authentic Irish craftsmanship from Donegal: Each whiskey in the set comes from the traditional region of Donegal and embodies the philosophy of Sliabh Liag Distillers - smoky Irish whiskey with depth, history, and craftsmanship

Portrait: What makes The Legendary Silkie - Journey through Smoke so special

The Legendary Silkie - Journey through Smoke is an exclusive miniature set that brings together three distinctive representatives of the Silkie Irish Whiskey range: Silkie Original, Dark Silkie, and Midnight Silkie. 
Each of the 50ml miniatures represents a stage on the journey through the world of Irish peat smoke - from smooth and approachable to intense and profound. 
The whiskeys are non-chill-filtered and bottled at 46% ABV, which underlines their natural character. 
This set invites you to discover the development of smoky aromas in the Irish style and to get to know the craftsmanship of the Sliabh Liag Distillers from Donegal. It's an excellent gift for newcomers to the world of peated whiskeys, or for connoisseurs who want to experience the diversity of the Silkie series in a compact format.
Journey through Smoke - a small but impressive journey of discovery through the smoky soul of Ireland.

Tasting Notes: This is how the whiskeys from the set The Legendary Silkie - Journey through Smoke taste like

The Legendary Silkie

• Nose: soft and inviting with honey, fresh apples, and sweet malt - accompanied by light spice aromas, a hint of buttery pastry, and subtle floral nuances
• Palate: smooth and creamy on the palate - notes of caramel, vanilla, cereals, and toasted oak unfold harmoniously - a fine spice accompanies the mild sweetness without dominating
• Finish: medium-long and pleasantly round - malty-sweet with a hint of cinnamon and dried fruit, softly fading and very balanced

The Legendary Dark Silkie

• Nose: fresh apples and pears, with spicy, dry smoke and young oak wood
• Palate: sweet pipe tobacco and licorice, with dark chocolate and warm toffee and pear notes
• Finish: warm and elegant finish with distinctNotes of malty smoke and peanut butter

The Midnight Silkie

• Nose: An intense first impression of dry peat smoke, accompanied by earthy aromas and a hint of smoked wood. In the background, dark berries, spicy oak, a hint of black pepper, and slightly sweet vanilla emerge
• Palate: Robust and complex with dominant but well-integrated smoke. Notes of dark chocolate, licorice, and roasted malt blend with subtle hints of dried fruit and spice. The peaty character remains present without overpowering the complex blend
• Finish: Long, warm, and smoky with a slightly peppery sharpness. The smoke lingers long aftertaste, accompanied by gentle wood notes and a dry, slightly mineral finish