Arran Malt & Music Festival 2021 - 24 Year Old 1996 (cask 1413)
- Distillery
- Arran
- Region
- Island
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 46.3%
- Age
- 24 years
- Price
- £399
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Honey, Vanilla, Old Wood, Dried Fruit
- Description
- Arran distilled in 1996 matured for 24 years in a single hogshead, receiving a sherry finish that deepened its island character while preserving its natural vibrancy—bottled at 46.3% ABV for the 2021 Malt & Music Festival. Over two decades of maturation imparted rich, layered complexity and depth typical of well-aged sherry casks, yet Arran's distinctive character remains recognisable throughout. Only 245 bottles were released. A mature, sophisticated island malt for collectors who value balance over intensity.
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Arran Malt & Music Festival 2021 - 24 Year Old 1996 (cask 1413) is a 24-year-old single malt from Arran (Island, Scotland), bottled at 46.3% ABV. Expect richly sweet, fruity and oaky character — sherried, honey, vanilla, old wood. A well-balanced whisky that appeals to both newcomers and enthusiasts. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Arran distilled in 1996 matured for 24 years in a single hogshead, receiving a sherry finish that deepened its island character while preserving its natural vibrancy—bottled at 46.3% ABV for the 2021 Malt & Music Festival. Over two decades of maturation imparted rich, layered complexity and depth typical of well-aged sherry casks, yet Arran's distinctive character remains recognisable throughout. Only 245 bottles were released. A mature, sophisticated island malt for collectors who value balance over intensity.
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