Aberlour Casg Annamh
Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
48% ABV
$60 – $70
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What the Distillery Says
Translating as ‘Rare Cask’ in Gaelic, Casg Annamh is created from a limited number of carefully selected casks. These Spanish oak Oloroso Sherry casks/butts have a significant influence on the non-chill filtered liquid and perfectly complement Aberlour’s distillate flavour, bringing sweet and rich notes. Casg Annamh is a distinctively rich Single Malt providing adventurous malt lovers with the ideal introduction to Sherry cask matured whiskies.
Nose: Rich and sweet with fruity notes of tangy orange, glazed cherries, raisins and a hint of ginger.
Palate: Sweet and fruity flavours of apple and cinnamon crumble and ripe peaches balanced with spicy notes of liquorice and cloves.
Finish: Long and rich. Fruity with a touch of dry spice.
What Gary Says
Nose: Oak, dark fruit, dates, cherries, caramel, spice, hint of dark chocolate, smokey, subtle sulfur note.
Palate: Rich and sweet before sharpening with spice, caramel, honey over dark fruit, black cherries, bit of orange.
Finish: Short to moderate in length, drying with oak and spice.
Comments: A tad dry for my liking, and something about the sulfur notes I get with Aberlour just don’t land in my wheelhouse. If you’re a fan of Aberlour, this is probably right up your alley, but for me was closer to middle of the road.