Royal Brackla 2017/2026 - 8 y.o. - PX Sherry Cask Finish #9351405 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)

Volume: 0.7 liters | Alcohol content: 53.7% | Non-chill filtered | No coloring

Royal Brackla 2017/2026 - 8 y.o. - PX Sherry Cask Finish #9351405 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)

Special features: The Royal Brackla 2017/2026 is an 8-year-old single malt whisky from Scotland, specifically from the Highlands region. It was distilled on October 2, 2017, and matured in a Pedro Ximénez Octave cask. It will be bottled in 2026 with an alcohol content of 53.7% vol., unfiltered and uncolored. This bottling comes from the 'The Octave' series, known for its high-quality cask strength whiskies.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: The nose is characterized by dark raisins, plums, and figs, complemented by toffee, vanilla, and a hint of caramel. Fine spicy undertones and a subtle malty base round off the aromatic profile.
• Palate: On the palate, there is a dense mixture of dried fruits, mocha, and dark oak spice. The sweetness remains present but never too dominant, accompanied by ripe figs and dark chocolate.
• Finish: The finish is long and dry-spicy with a prominent oak presence. A slightly sweet vanilla note and dark fruit linger pleasantly in the aftertaste.

Distillery/Bottler: Duncan Taylor is a renowned independent bottler focused on high-quality single cask bottlings. Royal Brackla is a traditional distillery in the Scottish Highlands, known for its elegant style. This bottling from the 'The Octave' series highlights the special characteristics of the whisky by emphasizing maturation in a special cask.

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