One of the three official Craigellachie bottlings released in 2014, the distillery's 13-year-old single malt Scotch whisky handsomely shows off the bold, robust character of the distillery's output. Think heaps of dynamic fruit notes with a distinctive current of smoke running through the middle. Single malt Craigellachie wasn't seen much outside of indie bottlings for a long time, and we don't take for granted how lovely it is to see Speysider thrive.
You can read more about Craigellachie on the Master of Malt blog.
Apple orchards in bloom, slightly meaty, burnt popcorn, treacle tart.
Oily malt arrives first, followed by BBQ pineapple and summer berries. Pine nuts and almonds.
A very soft hint of sulphur hides behind biscuit and apple notes.
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Wow! Beautiful, complex, smooth, lush sweet pineapple with a nutty finish.
Very surprised to see it listed of part of a "robust, bold" example of this distillery's output which I admit is unfamiliar to me. I found my first taste to be very enjoyable, but quite subtle with an unexpected touch of sweetness, and I certainly agree that there are lovely fruity notes that probably account for it. Interestingly enough, my wife, who enjoys The Dalwhinnie, thought it delicious. All in all a find malt. And good value. Cheers!
Nose: Citrus, toffee, hints of wood and some banana. Palate: Spicy wood dominates a very light and balanced thin sherry palate. After: Echoed coffee but otherwise fades quickly.
Tidy drop, but I’m fcked how The Master of Malt can find 12, yes 12, different flavours in this drop. Take ya hands off it?
Don’t like it... Very heavy and sulphuric on the palate.. On the nose it’s wonderful... Not my cup of whisky.
