Single Malt Batch 04-6137 17YO
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As a distilled spirit, this whisky does not mature further in the bottle and can be enjoyed immediately upon release or stored indefinitely under proper conditions.
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roasted pork belly, mature cheddar cheese, dark chocolate
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Craigellachie stands as a defiant, old-school monument in the heart of Speyside, Scotland. Established in 1891 by the legendary Alexander Edward and Peter 'Restless Peter' Mackie, the distillery is famous for its stubborn refusal to modernize its core character. While most distilleries transitioned to modern condensers, Craigellachie retained its traditional copper worm tubs—coiled pipes cooled in cold water tanks—which restrict copper contact and leave a heavy, sulfurous, and muscular spirit. This 17-year-old single malt expression showcases this signature 'meaty' character, tempered by nearly two decades of maturation in a combination of ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks. The result is a complex dram that balances robust, waxy, and slightly smoky notes with rich tropical fruits, vanilla, and toasted almonds, representing a style of whisky-making that has largely vanished elsewhere in the region.
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Established in 1891 by Alexander Edward and Peter Mackie, the Craigellachie Distillery is situated in the heart of the Speyside region in the village of Craigellachie, Scotland. The distillery is highly regarded for its traditional production methods, most notably its continued use of copper worm tubs to condense its spirit, which imparts a distinctive, heavy, and sulfurous character to the whisky. This robust spirit is primarily aged in a combination of ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks, yielding a single malt renowned for its muscular, fruity, and unapologetically complex profile. Craigellachie's signature style is beautifully showcased in expressions such as their core 13-year-old and 23-year-old single malts, as well as rare, highly prized single-cask bottlings. Craigellachie remains a singular, defiant voice in Speyside, celebrated by enthusiasts for its old-school, full-bodied character. The distillery's address is Hill Street, AB38 9ST Craigellachie, Speyside, Scotland, United Kingdom, and its official website is https://www.craigellachie.com.