Single Malt Bourbon Hogshead 'Full Cask' No 96
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Ready to enjoy upon release, and will remain stable in the bottle for decades if stored properly.
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slow-roasted pork belly, mature Cheddar cheese, dark chocolate tart
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Craigellachie is famously known as the 'bad boy of Speyside,' a reputation earned through its stubborn adherence to traditional, heavy-style whisky production. While most modern distilleries have transitioned to efficient shell-and-tube condensers, Craigellachie proudly retains its historic copper worm tubs. This traditional condensing method limits copper contact, leaving a robust, sulfurous, and muscular spirit. When matured in a single ex-bourbon hogshead, such as this 'Full Cask' release, the heavy, waxy, and slightly smoky distillate is beautifully tempered by the sweet American oak. The result is a dramatic sensory journey where intense notes of charred pineapple, vanilla pod, and toasted coconut clash elegantly with Craigellachie's signature savory, flinty, and industrial undertones.
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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.