Cardhu 14 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
- Distillery
- Cardhu
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 55.5%
- Age
- 14 years
- Price
- £150
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Cooked Fruit, Fresh Fruit, Honey, Toasted
- Description
- Cardhu's 2021 Special Release 14-year-old single malt begins with refill American oak maturation before finishing in red wine casks, a technique that adds subtle red fruit sweetness while preserving core Speyside identity. The red wine influence imparts dried cherry and plum notes without overpowering the whisky's inherent honeyed, orchard-fruit character. This is an accessible yet layered expression suited to those who appreciate how finishing casks can enhance rather than dominate a malt's foundation.
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Cardhu 14 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is a 14-year-old single malt from Cardhu (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 55.5% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — sherried, cooked fruit, fresh fruit, honey. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Cardhu's 2021 Special Release 14-year-old single malt begins with refill American oak maturation before finishing in red wine casks, a technique that adds subtle red fruit sweetness while preserving core Speyside identity. The red wine influence imparts dried cherry and plum notes without overpowering the whisky's inherent honeyed, orchard-fruit character. This is an accessible yet layered expression suited to those who appreciate how finishing casks can enhance rather than dominate a malt's foundation.
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