Volume: 0.7 liters | Alcohol content: 46% | Not chill-filtered | No coloring
Craigellachie 19 y.o.
Special Features: The Craigellachie 19 years is an original bottling from the renowned Speyside distillery, known for its traditional production methods. This single malt matured in a combination of first-fill bourbon and first-fill sherry casks, resulting in a balanced and complex flavor profile. The use of traditional worm tubs for distillation gives this whisky its characteristic, robust character.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Inviting aromas of roasted pineapple, exotic fruits, and sweet pastry, accompanied by a hint of smoke.
Palate: Full-bodied and fruity with notes of tropical fruits, candied orange, nectarine, and pear. Underpinned by bourbon vanilla, oak spice, and a subtle hint of sulfur.
Finish: Long and fruity with lingering oak spice and a warm, spicy aftertaste.
Distillery/Bottler: The Craigellachie Distillery was founded in 1891 by Alexander Edward and Peter Mackie and is located in the heart of the Speyside region. Known for its traditional production methods, including the use of worm tubs, the distillery produces a robust and characterful single malt. Today, it is part of John Dewar & Sons, a subsidiary of Bacardi.