Aged for 19 years, this small batch release of Arran single malt Scotch whisky from WM Cadenhead has been created from a bourbon and sherry hogshead, distilled in 1997. 486 bottles filled from cask in 2016 at full strength, 52.4%.
Tasting Notes
Arran 19 Year Old - 1997 | Abbey Whisky Tasting Notes
Appearance: Yellow gold.
Nose: Buttermilk, vanilla, blackcurrants, dried apricots, sour cherries, warming ginger and a touch of coffee.
Palate: Lovely silky texture, and a heck of a balance between sweet fruits and slightly sour maltiness. Blackberries, coffee, dark chocolate and heather honey.
Finish: Dark chocolate, honey and some wood bitterness.
Arran 19 Year Old - 1997 | Small Batch Producer Notes
Nose: Raisins and brambles; vanilla custard, fruit trifle and butter.
Palate: Fruit pudding, vanilla, plum jam and a rich creamy chocolate; coffee liqueur.
Finish: More dark fruits, chocolate, buttered popcorn, vanilla, sherried sorbet.