8 Year Old Whisky - Chestnut Cask Finish (Defilement)
- Distillery
- Defilement
- Region
- Country
- England
- Type
- Blended
- ABV
- 46.7%
- Age
- 8 years
- Price
- £51.95
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Toasted, Old Wood, Leathery, Honey
- Description
- This 8-year-old Defilement whisky is finished in a charred chestnut wood octave, a non-oak wood that imparts distinctly different character than traditional cask maturation. The unconventional cask choice makes this an intriguing departure from standard whisky conventions.
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ABV
46.7%
Age
8 yr
Style
Blended
✦ Neatly Summary
8 Year Old Whisky - Chestnut Cask Finish (Defilement) is a 8-year-old blended from Defilement (England), bottled at 46.7% ABV. Expect oaky, sweet and gentle spice character — toasted, old wood, leathery, honey. A well-balanced whisky that appeals to both newcomers and enthusiasts. Good value for the quality offered.
This 8-year-old Defilement whisky is finished in a charred chestnut wood octave, a non-oak wood that imparts distinctly different character than traditional cask maturation. The unconventional cask choice makes this an intriguing departure from standard whisky conventions.
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