Port Askaig 100 Proof

Score: 52

Port Askaig 100 Proof is a no-age-statement Islay single malt bottled at a punchy 57.1% ABV. It’s widely believed to be Caol Ila under the hood, and it shows—briny smoke, lemon zest, and ashy peat dominate the profile. There’s a raw, coastal energy to it, but it can feel a bit one-note if you’re after nuance. The finish is long and sooty, with a touch of vanilla sweetness trying to peek through. Solid value for peat lovers, but not quite a showstopper—more of a dependable workhorse dram than a head-turner. Its nose will knock you sideways..