Arran The Bothy Quarter Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Description

This single malt is finished for two years in quarter casks. Bottled at 56.2% abv this dram packs a punch with forward notes of honeyed malt, oak, spice, and citrus. On the viscous palate, you'll find coconut, almond, dried fruit and cinnamon. Bold and spicy with a long finish. Serve neat in your favourite whisky glass.

Tasting Notes

The Isle of Arran Bothy release, according to the distillery, was first matured in first fill, ex-bourbon barrels before being transferred into American oak quarter casks for a minimum of 18 months. This secondary aging is said to have offered greater contact between the whisky and the oak, increasing the maturation process and thus also boosting the flavor. NOSE: A warm and comforting aroma greets the nose. Sandalwood spice and smells of the outdoors; sweet malty barley and damp oak. Aromas of waxy lemons, melting cane sugar and a hint of cocoa promise intense and complex flavours to follow. PALATE: A luscious, sweet mouthfeel adheres to the palate as a kick of red chilli heat arrives and starts to warm. Distillery character shines as fresh pineapple and green apples with stalks attached come to the fore. Toasted brioche and vanilla ice cream give a round quality to this dram. FINISH: A floral note at the start of a finish which lingers on the palate as tangy citrus notes develop to m (Nino Marchetti, thewhiskeywash.com, Nov. 10, 2015)

Tags

Bold & Spicy, Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Liquor, Scotch Single Malts, Spirits, Whisky - Scotch, Whisky/Whiskey