Experience the raw power of Speyside with this remarkable independent bottling. Gordon & MacPhail carefully selected this exceptional 2007 vintage from the Craigellachie Distillery. Subsequently, they matured the heavy spirit for 16 years in a single refill sherry puncheon. The whisky offers an authentic representation of a legendary distillery because it retains its natural cask strength. Furthermore, the bottler chose to release this expression without chill-filtration or added colouring.
Craigellachie remains famous for its robust, muscular, and distinctively oily distillation style. Consequently, this single cask release highlights that signature depth while layering it with heavy sherry characteristics. The premium refill sherry puncheon tamed the sulphurous edge of the spirit over sixteen years. However, it preserved the fiery complexity that purists crave. Independent bottlers rarely yield expressions at such a high natural volume. Therefore, this bottle represents an essential purchase for serious collectors and Speyside enthusiasts alike.
Official Tasting Notes
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- Nose: Stewed berry aromas combine with ginger and banana.
- Palate: Sweet apple notes lead to blackcurrant and Demerara sugar, balanced by lemongrass.
- Finish: Full finish with charred oak and dark forest fruit.
Product Specifications
- Brand: Craigellachie Distillery (Bottled by Gordon & MacPhail)
- Spirit Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
- Cask Type: Refill Sherry Puncheon
- Cask Number: #900582
- Vintage Year: 2007 (Bottled 2024)
- Volume: 700ml (70cl)
- Alcohol Content: 64.5% ABV (Cask Strength)
- Total Outturn: Limited to 604 Bottles
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