WHEN Bruichladdich unveiled what it believes to be the world’s first quadruple-distilled 18-year-old Scotch whisky, I just knew I had to try it.

The new release, Bruichladdich X4+18 Edition 01, is one of the most exciting experimental whiskies to date from the Islay distillery, which has built a reputation for innovation since being resurrected in 2001.

The spirit was first distilled in 2006 by former master distiller Jim McEwan and has spent 18 years maturing in a mix of quality Bourbon and Rivesaltes casks at the distillery in Islay.

"Quadruple distillation is almost unheard of in whisky," Adam Hannett, Bruichladdich’s master blender who has safeguarded the spirit and overseen its final coming of age and bottling told press upon the announcement.

He added: "Some Irish distillers and

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