Scarabus, an Islay Single Malt for those with a curious mind and an eye for detail. A whisky bold and honest about its origins and just a little mysterious about everything else.
The brand creates a sense of mystery and discovery through the tagline “only those who seek shall find” and through the intentionally ambiguous symbols incorporated on the label. The look and feel drew inspiration from the work of Islay born John Francis Campbell, who created the sunshine recorder, a device that tallies the hours of sunshine in a day, as well as creating a vast collection of Celtic folklore tales.
Scarabus is known as a mystical area on the Isle of Islay, and the name dates back to 13th century, and translates to “a rocky place” in Old Norse.
Aged for 10 years.
Cask: Refill, ex-bourbon and virgin American oak casks
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Softly smoky, with hints of new leather and toasted brioche developing along the way.
Palate: Golden syrup, vanilla, and a slow rumble of peaty smoke and crushed peppercorns.
Finish: Sweet peat and some floral freshness.
