Single Malt Refill Barrel 'Full Cask' No 800575
⏳ Drinking Window
Ready to enjoy upon release, with an indefinite shelf life when stored upright and away from direct sunlight.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
roasted pork belly, mature Cheddar cheese, dark chocolate
✨ Technical Specifications
Craigellachie is famously known as the 'bad boy of Speyside' due to its stubborn adherence to old-school whisky-making techniques. Founded in 1891 by the legendary 'Restless Peter' Mackie and Alexander Edward, the distillery is one of the very few remaining that utilizes traditional worm tubs—coils of copper pipe submerged in cold water tanks—to condense its spirit. This process limits copper contact, leaving heavy, sulfurous, and meaty compounds in the distillate that would otherwise be stripped away. When matured in a refill barrel, such as Cask No 800575, the wood's influence is beautifully restrained. Rather than being dominated by active virgin oak or heavy sherry, the spirit's natural character shines through, revealing a complex tapestry of waxy citrus, striking minerality, campfire smoke, and a robust, savory undertone that has captivated connoisseurs for generations.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1891 by Alexander Edward and legendary whisky pioneer Peter Mackie, Craigellachie Distillery stands proudly in the heart of Speyside, Scotland, overlooking the confluence of the rivers Spey and Fiddich. Renowned for its architectural heritage designed by Charles Doig, the distillery is celebrated for its steadfast dedication to traditional production methods, notably the continued use of traditional copper worm tub condensers. This distinctive distillation approach imparts a robust, muscular, and sulfurous character to the spirit, balanced by vibrant tropical fruitiness and rich malt complexity. Today owned by John Dewar & Sons under Bacardi, Craigellachie produces acclaimed, characterful single malt Scotch whiskies that stand out as bold and non-conformist within the Speyside region.