Special features: This Mortlach was distilled in 2013 and matured for twelve years in second-fill Oloroso sherry casks before being bottled in 2025 by Signatory Vintage in the 100 PROOF Edition. With a robust alcohol content of 57.1% ABV, it presents itself in its natural form: without chill filtration and without coloring. This bottling is part of the renowned 100 PROOF Edition, known for its intense and authentic single malt whiskies.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Inviting aromas of roasted pineapple pieces, accompanied by sweet maple syrup and a hint of smoked almonds.
Palate: Full-bodied and complex with notes of candied oranges, dark chocolate, and a delicate spice reminiscent of roasted almonds.
Finish: Long-lasting and warming, with an elegant interplay of sweet sherry notes and subtle oak spice.
Distillery/Bottler: The Mortlach Distillery, founded in 1823, is the oldest legal distillery in Dufftown, Scotland. Known for its unique 2.81 times distillation process that leads to a complex and robust whisky, Mortlach is often referred to as "The Beast of Dufftown." Signatory Vintage is an independent bottler known for its high-quality and authentic single malt bottlings.