DISCOUNT supermarket Lidl has unveiled a new “super premium” 16 year old Islay single malt. 

Ben Bracken, due to hit the shelves in time for Christmas, will sell for £34.99.

It's the latest single malt to come from Lidl.

Paul McQuade, Head of buying spirits at the supermarket said: “Bringing such an exclusive whisky at this incredible price is testament to our commitment to offer premium Scottish products to our shoppers at market leading prices.

“This 16-year-old single malt from Islay joins our long list of award-winning Ben Bracken whiskies, which offers everything from excellent value Blended Scotch Whiskies to premium Single Malts. We are expecting this to fly off the shelves as it makes an excellent gift for any whisky drinker.”

Whisky expert Blair Bowman added: “This single malt whisky truly is a great find. It’s long rich finish and complex tasting notes sets it alongside some of the best premium whiskies out there.

“It has a fantastic taste to the palette and brings unique flavours together, from sea salt to tropical fruit to smoky driftwood, to create the perfect dram for the winter months.”