Special features: This 15-year-old Speyburn Single Malt Whisky was matured in a Refill Bourbon Barrel and bottled by Gordon & MacPhail as part of the Connoisseurs Choice Cask Strength series. With an alcohol content of 60.2% vol., it presents itself at cask strength and was exclusively bottled for a German importer. The limited edition comprises only 195 bottles, making it a coveted rarity for collectors and connoisseurs.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Gentle vanilla notes combine with aromas of red apples, cloves, and mandarins.
Palate: Fruity impressions of strawberries and poached pears, accompanied by a hint of white pepper.
Finish: Long-lasting with nuances of walnuts and oak.
Distillery/Bottler: The Speyburn Distillery was founded in 1897 by brothers John and Edward Hopkins and is beautifully located in the Speyside region of Scotland. It is known for producing single malt whiskies with a balanced character. Gordon & MacPhail, a renowned independent bottler from Elgin, Scotland, specializes in the selection and bottling of exceptional whiskies and has one of the largest cask inventories in the industry.