Aberlour16YearOldDoubleCaskMaturedSingleMaltScotchWhisky(700ml)

Sans A further addition to this very successful stable of malts, the sixteen year old has received high praise worldwide, continuing along the path of popularity carved out by its younger siblings. A very low peat spec is combined with maturation in top quality ex-sherry casks as well as traditional ex-bourbon casks. This echoes the flavours of the 12 year old but adds deeper dried fruit notes -it’s also a sherried Speysider offering more delicacy and finesse than most. Just as the label suggests, what you get is an attractive mix of x Bourbon and Sherry on the nose, though probably more of the latter; Vanilla, honey, plum and dried apricot, with 3-4 minutes air contact deepening the bouquet, conjuring scents of dried flowers, raisins and pepper. Light & breezy with a moderate burst of dried fruits, orange zest and vanilla building towards a crisp finish, then spicier through the aftertaste, the sense of lightness and elegance makes for an alternative Speyside style, and a perfect ‘houseâ€?malt. 40% Alc./Vol.