Craigellachie 2006 / 17 Year Old / Vintage Bottlers Speyside Whisky
- Distillery
- Craigellachie
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £117
- Tasting notes
- Fresh Fruit, Honey, Citric
- Description
- This 2006 Craigellachie, matured in refill hogshead and bottled by Vintage Bottlers at cask strength, captures the distillery's oily, tropical character without cask interference. Expect layers of mango, pineapple, and stone fruit with the Speyside house style shining through clearly. At 17 years and 52% ABV, the spirit has developed complexity while retaining its characteristic fruit-forward identity. A vivid snapshot of Craigellachie's tropical signature for whisky enthusiasts.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Craigellachie 2006 / 17 Year Old / Vintage Bottlers Speyside Whisky is a from Craigellachie (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect vibrant and fruity, sweet and delicately floral character — fresh fruit, honey, citric. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A premium pour worth the price.
This 2006 Craigellachie, matured in refill hogshead and bottled by Vintage Bottlers at cask strength, captures the distillery's oily, tropical character without cask interference. Expect layers of mango, pineapple, and stone fruit with the Speyside house style shining through clearly. At 17 years and 52% ABV, the spirit has developed complexity while retaining its characteristic fruit-forward identity. A vivid snapshot of Craigellachie's tropical signature for whisky enthusiasts.
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