{"product_id":"smws-10-168-bunnahabhain-13-year-old-cuquillo-black-olives-2019-release-700ml-61-8","title":"SMWS 10.168 Bunnahabhain 13 Year Old Cuquillo Black Olives 2019 Release (700ml, 61.8%)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-39\"\u003eSMWS 10.168 Bunnahabhain 13 Year Old Cuquillo Black Olives 2019 Release (700ml, 61.8%)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-39\"\u003eThis bottling is a high-strength, unpeated expression from the Bunnahabhain distillery, released by the Scotch Malt Whisky Society to commemorate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"146\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-39\"\u003eFeis Ile 2019\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-39 citation-end-39\"\u003e (the Islay Festival of Music and Malt).\u003c\/span\u003e True to its evocative name, \"Cuquillo Black Olives,\" it leans into the savory, saline, and mineral-driven character of the distillery’s spirit, which is a departure from the heavy sherry influence often found in official Bunnahabhain releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"source-inline-chip-container ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-34 citation-end-34\"\u003e Initially tight and mineral-forward, evoking coastal imagery of rockpools, wet shingle, and sea spray.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-33 citation-end-33\"\u003eBeneath the saltiness lies a delicate sweetness of pear juice and wildflower honey, alongside a peculiar but intriguing \"dusty\" note reminiscent of chalk and crushed aspirin.\u003c\/span\u003e With a splash of water, more greenery emerges, bringing out scents of underripe mango and river reeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ealate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-32 citation-end-32\"\u003e The arrival is sharp and precise, featuring a stony, flinty texture that feels like granite and limestone.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-31 citation-end-31\"\u003eSavory, umami-rich notes of sage-heavy sausages and fresh sea-bass are brightened by a tart lemon acidity and a touch of nutmeg spice.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-30 citation-end-30\"\u003eWhen diluted, the spirit undergoes a dramatic shift toward a \"bakehouse\" profile, revealing softer layers of buttery pastry, warm crepes, and toffee-covered choux buns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium in length and impressively crisp. \u003cspan class=\"citation-29 citation-end-29\"\u003eIt leaves a lingering citrus tartness of grapefruit and lemon peel, anchored by the warmth of freshly baked malt bread and a persistent, stony mineral quality that keeps the palate refreshed and clean.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun Fact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eThe name \u003cstrong data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"9\"\u003e\"Cuquillo\"\u003c\/strong\u003e refers to a specific variety of small, black Spanish olives known for their smoky, herbal, and slightly bitter flavor profile—a direct nod to the distinct savory and \"brined\" notes the SMWS tasting panel found in this specific cask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Chameleon Whisky","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52933172920595,"sku":null,"price":229.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0799\/9383\/1699\/files\/SMWS10.168Bunnahabhain13YearOldCuquilloBlackOlives2019Release_6c475101-8e57-450a-af88-fed2f3a69ce8.jpg?v=1770043581","url":"https:\/\/chameleonwhisky.com\/products\/smws-10-168-bunnahabhain-13-year-old-cuquillo-black-olives-2019-release-700ml-61-8","provider":"Chameleon Whisky","version":"1.0","type":"link"}