Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1994 (cask 13302) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
- Distillery
- Auchroisk
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 50%
- Age
- 23 years
- Price
- £84.95
- Tasting notes
- Vanilla, Malt Extract, Fresh Fruit, Old Wood, Toasted
- Description
- Auchroisk's 1994 spirit aged 23 years in a refill hogshead and bottled by Hunter Laing with 287 bottles showcases the Speyside distillery's fruit-forward character without heavy cask influence. Refill wood allows fresh orchard fruit, light spice, and malt sweetness to express naturally, while two decades of maturation adds subtle complexity and integration. The mouthfeel is clean and medium-bodied, with a bright, lingering finish of citrus and grain. A straightforward, food-friendly dram for those who prioritize distillery character.
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Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1994 (cask 13302) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) is a 23-year-old single malt from Auchroisk (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 50% ABV. Expect oaky, fruity and sweet character — vanilla, malt extract, fresh fruit, old wood. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
Auchroisk's 1994 spirit aged 23 years in a refill hogshead and bottled by Hunter Laing with 287 bottles showcases the Speyside distillery's fruit-forward character without heavy cask influence. Refill wood allows fresh orchard fruit, light spice, and malt sweetness to express naturally, while two decades of maturation adds subtle complexity and integration. The mouthfeel is clean and medium-bodied, with a bright, lingering finish of citrus and grain. A straightforward, food-friendly dram for those who prioritize distillery character.
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