Single Malt Bourbon Barrel 'Full Cask' No 800575
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As a distilled spirit, this bottle does not mature further in glass and can be enjoyed immediately or kept indefinitely under proper storage conditions.
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Smoked salmon, mature Cheddar cheese, dark chocolate truffles
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Craigellachie is legendary among whisky enthusiasts for its stubborn adherence to traditional production methods, most notably its continued use of copper worm tubs for condensing spirit. This single cask expression, matured in a single bourbon barrel (Cask No 800575), showcases the fascinating dialogue between Craigellachie's heavy, muscular, and slightly sulfurous distillate and the sweet, tempering influence of American white oak. Founded in 1891 by Alexander Edward and Peter Mackie, the distillery sits proudly in the heart of Speyside, yet its spirit has always defied the region's typically light, sweet stereotype. Instead, it offers a robust, oily texture. When aged in a bourbon barrel, the spirit's inherent notes of sulfur and matchstick mellow, giving rise to a complex profile of toasted coconut, vanilla pod, honeyed malt, and a distinctive, vibrant pineapple tropicality that is highly prized by collectors.
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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.