GlenAllachie 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 1867) - Single Cask
- Distillery
- GlenAllachie
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 52.3%
- Age
- 12 years
- Price
- £85
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (2 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Cooked Fruit, Chocolate, Vanilla, Oily
- Description
- GlenAllachie's 12-year-old single cask was drawn from a Port pipe, distilled in 2008 and bottled in 2020 at cask strength as one of 700 bottles. The Port maturation contributes rich, dried fruit and subtle sweetness that complements the Speyside's natural complexity. The elevated alcohol and full cask strength delivery ensure robust texture and a lingering, warming finish. An indulgent choice for those seeking the influence of alternative cask finishing and powerful delivery.
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GlenAllachie 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 1867) - Single Cask is a 12-year-old single malt from GlenAllachie (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 52.3% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and light oak character — sherried, cooked fruit, chocolate, vanilla. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
GlenAllachie's 12-year-old single cask was drawn from a Port pipe, distilled in 2008 and bottled in 2020 at cask strength as one of 700 bottles. The Port maturation contributes rich, dried fruit and subtle sweetness that complements the Speyside's natural complexity. The elevated alcohol and full cask strength delivery ensure robust texture and a lingering, warming finish. An indulgent choice for those seeking the influence of alternative cask finishing and powerful delivery.
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