Royal Brackla 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 26) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
- Distillery
- Brackla
- Region
- Highland
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 57.9%
- Age
- 8 years
- Price
- £57.21
- Tasting notes
- Toasted, Vanilla, Honey, New Wood, Cooked Fruit
- Description
- Royal Brackla's cask 26 represents a textbook example of creative wood management: six years in bourbon hogshead built the foundation, then 20 months in first-fill STR (shaved, toasted, re-charred) oak imparted bold vanilla, caramel, and spice complexity. Bottled at cask strength (57.9% ABV) without filtration or coloring, the spirit retains full structure and intensity. Highland character shines through the wood influence with subtle orchard fruit and heather notes. A robust, full-throttle single cask for those who prefer their whisky uncompromised.
Similar bottles to Royal Brackla 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 26) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Same price range with overlapping tasting notes:
- Royal Brackla 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 26) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) vs Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) — Tobermory, £65.84, 5.0★ · Sherried, Honey, Dried Fruit, Vanilla
- Royal Brackla 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 26) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky — Annandale, £46.95, 5.0★ · Fresh Fruit, Smokey, Honey, Vanilla
- Royal Brackla 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 26) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) — Thompson Bros., £42.95, 5.0★ · Sherried, Cooked Fruit, Nutty, Honey
Different style alternatives to Royal Brackla 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 26) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Same price range with a contrasting flavour profile:
- Royal Brackla 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 26) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021 — Big Peat, £47.9, 5.0★ · Smokey, Medicinal, Coal-gas, Oily
- Royal Brackla 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 26) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) — That Boutique-y Whisky Company, £66.95, 5.0★ · Smokey, Medicinal, Dried Fruit, Leathery
- Royal Brackla 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 26) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) vs Rock Oyster Sherry Edition — Rock Island, £44.5, 5.0★ · Sherried, Smokey, Citric, Dried Fruit
No ratings yet
My Rating
Tap to rate
✦ Neatly Summary
Royal Brackla 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 26) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) is a 8-year-old single malt from Brackla (Highland, Scotland), bottled at 57.9% ABV. Expect oaky, sweet and fruity character — toasted, vanilla, honey, new wood. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. Good value for the quality offered.
Royal Brackla's cask 26 represents a textbook example of creative wood management: six years in bourbon hogshead built the foundation, then 20 months in first-fill STR (shaved, toasted, re-charred) oak imparted bold vanilla, caramel, and spice complexity. Bottled at cask strength (57.9% ABV) without filtration or coloring, the spirit retains full structure and intensity. Highland character shines through the wood influence with subtle orchard fruit and heather notes. A robust, full-throttle single cask for those who prefer their whisky uncompromised.
Community Tasting Notes
No community notes yet. Sign in to add yours.
Neatly may earn a commission · Prices may vary
Similar taste profile
Questions & Answers