Single Malt Single Cask Nation 2nd Fill Bourbon Hogshead Cask 314984 13YO Bottled
⏳ Drinking Window & Cellar Guidance
As a distilled spirit, this bottle does not age further in glass and can be enjoyed indefinitely, though it is best consumed within 1 to 2 years after opening to preserve its vibrant aromatic profile.
🍽️ Culinary Pairings
Smoked salmon, mature cheddar cheese, dark chocolate
✨ Technical Specifications
Craigellachie is legendary among whisky enthusiasts for its stubborn adherence to old-school production methods, most notably its insistence on using traditional copper worm tubs to condense its spirit. This specific independent bottling by Single Cask Nation showcases a 13-year-old single malt distilled in 2006 and matured in a second-fill bourbon hogshead (Cask #314984) before being bottled in 2019. The second-fill wood allows the heavy, muscular, and slightly sulfurous character of Craigellachie's spirit to shine through without being overpowered by active oak, yielding a dram rich in waxy orchard fruits, subtle bonfire smoke, and robust maltiness.
🍾 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.