Holyrood 2020/2025 Oloroso Sherry Butt #382-2020 - The Awakening Series
Special Features: This limited single cask bottling from the "The Awakening Series" of the Holyrood Distillery presents a single malt that matured entirely in a Spanish Oloroso sherry cask. Bottled at natural cask strength of 62.2% ABV. The whisky was neither chill-filtered nor colored, emphasizing its authenticity and depth.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Intense aromas of dried fruits, accompanied by nutty tones and sweet vanilla.
Palate: A rich sweetness of malt and apricots, balanced by caramelized nuts and savory spices.
Finish: A long finish with buttery pastry and fruit sweetness. Towards the end, oak spice, cocoa, and dark caramel unfold.
Distillery/Bottler: The Holyrood Distillery, founded in 2019 in the heart of Edinburgh, is the first distillery in the city in nearly a century. It stands for innovation and craftsmanship, using modern techniques to create whisky with unique character.