Aberlour Special Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
- Distillery
- Aberlour
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £199
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Chocolate, Nutty, Dried Fruit
- Description
- Aberlour Special Reserve is a non-aged statement expression matured exclusively in sherry wood casks, offering immediate richness without age declaration. Sherry cask influence dominates the profile at 45% ABV, delivering the fruit and spice characteristic of Pernod Ricard's ownership-era house style. This accessible bottling suits those discovering Aberlour or seeking approachable sherry-cask Speyside without age premiums.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Aberlour Special Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a from Aberlour (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — sherried, chocolate, nutty, dried fruit. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Aberlour Special Reserve is a non-aged statement expression matured exclusively in sherry wood casks, offering immediate richness without age declaration. Sherry cask influence dominates the profile at 45% ABV, delivering the fruit and spice characteristic of Pernod Ricard's ownership-era house style. This accessible bottling suits those discovering Aberlour or seeking approachable sherry-cask Speyside without age premiums.
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