Bruichladdich 2012 Islay Barley

Bruichladdich 2012 Islay Barley is a vintage-distilled expression from the farm-committed Islay distillery — unpeated single malt made exclusively from Islay-grown barley harvested in 2012, matured in American oak ex-bourbon casks, and bottled to showcase what the island’s own agricultural terroir contributes to the spirit beyond peat.

The 2012 vintage follows the same philosophy as the ongoing Islay Barley range: naming the specific farms that supplied the barley, demonstrating traceability from field to bottle, and allowing comparison of different harvest years’ character. The 2012 vintage was distilled at a time when the distillery was still finding its post-Remy Cointreau acquisition expression. Browse all Scotch whisky at Wooden Cork.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is unique about a 2012 vintage Islay Barley expression?

The vintage designation identifies the specific harvest year and the farms that supplied the grain, allowing collectors to track how different growing seasons affect the finished whisky. Each vintage has its own character based on the specific barley crop of that year.

Is this expression peated?

No — Islay Barley (including the 2012 vintage) is the unpeated expression. The Classic Laddie range covers unpeated production; Port Charlotte covers the heavily peated side. Bruichladdich uses peat selectively rather than applying it to all expressions.