Beautiful Bourbon Casks – Aberdeen Whisky Shop News
The Bourbon origin
This classic American whiskey originates from Bourbon County, Kentucky, United States of America and has been distilled since the 18th century. Its distinct smoothness and rich flavour comes from the mixture of the grain spirit and the American white oak, a very mellow wood containing only a few tannins. This results in a smoother and milder taste.
Bourbon barrels
Bourbon Barrels are made with premium American oak and feature a unique charring method. The result is a fragrant, complex wood that dramatically enhances the fondness and aromas of the whiskey. After ageing the original spirit, these barrels are re-used by whisky distillers in Scotland and beyond to bring out deep caramel and orchard fruit notes in single malts and single grains.
Cask of Lindores Bourbon II
Lindores Abbey Distillery is back with its second Casks of Lindores series. The first instalment in the new series is made with local barley, aged in ex-bourbon casks and bottled at a limited-edition strength of 49.4% ABV.
NOSE
Pleasant mellow, fruity apples, ripe banana, sweet pears and vanilla, buttercream and caramel notes with subtle citrus touches
PALATE
Fruity green apples, citrus lemon, banana, oaky woody notes, coffee beans and spicy peppery touches. Pleasant silky texture.
FINISH
Medium length finish.
£56.00
Strathisla 10 Years Old 2012 Private Cellars Collection
A Speyside Single Malt from Strathisla Distillery. Distilled on the 21st June 2012 and aged in First Fill Bourbon Barrel for 10 years before bottling in February 2023. Bottled at 56.3% ABV, at natural colour and no chill filtration.
This dram showcases notes of apple tarte satin, sugary shortbread, lemon blossom, oak spice and lice cherries. Only 220 bottles produced.
£80.00
Longmorn 2013 8 Years Old Càrn Mòr
This single malt whisky was distilled at the Longmorn Distillery, located in the Speyside region of Scotland. It was aged for eight years in First-Fill Bourbon Barrels, which previously held bourbon from Heaven Hill Distillery.
The result is a dram with notes of juicy fruits, vanilla and coconut. It was bottled by Morrison Distillers without chill-filtration or artificial colouring for their Càrn Mòr collection.
£55.50
Dalmunach 6 Years Old Wee Brother
Na Bràithrean [na brah-rin] means “the brothers” in Scottish Gaelic. They search hard for the right mother cask to split into a pair of unique Single Malt Scotch Whiskies. Each brother is finished independently, using different kinds and sizes of barrels to shape the flavour. The end product is two bottles of the same spirit with different personalities and characteristics. This Wee Brother distilled at Dalmunach Distillery in 2016 has spent 6 years ageing in a bourbon hogshead. All-natural colour and non-chill-filtered at 52% ABV.
Light, gentle citrus and honey oats on the nose. Oats lead on the palate with continuous floral notes leading into a smooth and subtle finish.
£65.00
£55.25
Kingsbarns Single Cask #1510110 7 Years Old
Kingsbarns Single Cask #1510110 7 Years Old is an exquisite single cask whisky from Scotland’s Lowland region. Non-chill filtered, it is presented in its natural colour and offers exquisite nuances and variations in both aroma and flavour, thanks to the wonders of natural oak cask maturation. Always strictly limited, it is perfect for those who appreciate and savour each drop of whisky.
NOSE
Tropical fruits, toasted almonds, and the floral scent of Geranium.
PALATE
Kiwi fruit up front and hard-boiled pineapple sweets.
FINISH
Upside down pineapple cake, vanilla, and touch of sea salt.
£70.00
Braes of Glenlivet 28 Years Old
The Braes of Glenlivet (now referred to as Braeval) distilled this single malt whisky in December 1994 and placed it in a refill-bourbon barrel to age for 28 years. It was then bottled by Woodrow’s of Edinburgh with no added chill filtration or artificial colourants.
NOSE
Citrus, Heather Honey, Vanilla, Marzipan.
PALATE
Citrus, Tropical Fruit, Almond, Vanilla, Fudge, Honey.
FINISH
Long Finish with Cinnamon, Cloves, Liquorice.
Only 138 bottles were produced.
£220.00
