Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 7529523) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
- Distillery
- Craigellachie
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 53.2%
- Age
- 13 years
- Price
- £94.95
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Toasted, Vanilla, Dried Fruit, Chocolate
- Description
- In Speyside, Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2008 is described as 'Sherried' with a 53.2% ABV. At £94.95, the chocolate and vanilla notes present a curious proposition. The lack of ratings makes it either a hidden gem or an untested risk.
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Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 7529523) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is a 13-year-old single malt from Craigellachie (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 53.2% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — sherried, toasted, vanilla, dried fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
In Speyside, Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2008 is described as 'Sherried' with a 53.2% ABV. At £94.95, the chocolate and vanilla notes present a curious proposition. The lack of ratings makes it either a hidden gem or an untested risk.
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