Arran 1996 / 27 Year Old / Vintage Bottlers Island Whisky
- Distillery
- Arran
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £250
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Fresh Fruit, Citric
- Description
- Vintage Bottlers' 27-year-old Arran, matured in oloroso casks and bottled at 51.6%, shows restrained sherry influence supporting a bright, fruity core. The extended aging adds depth and integration without overwhelming the distillery's signature character. An elegant older expression that demonstrates how Arran develops with time in quality wood. For collectors valuing balance over overt sherry dominance.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Arran 1996 / 27 Year Old / Vintage Bottlers Island Whisky is a from Arran (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect vibrant and fruity, sweet and delicately floral character — sherried, fresh fruit, citric. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Vintage Bottlers' 27-year-old Arran, matured in oloroso casks and bottled at 51.6%, shows restrained sherry influence supporting a bright, fruity core. The extended aging adds depth and integration without overwhelming the distillery's signature character. An elegant older expression that demonstrates how Arran develops with time in quality wood. For collectors valuing balance over overt sherry dominance.
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