John Dewar & Sons Distillers
Single Malt Scotch Whisky 13 Y.O. 0.7L
| Size | 0,70 l |
|---|---|
| Alcohol content | 46.0% by volume |
| Area | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Aging | Aged for 13 years; initially matured in a mix of ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks, with 50% of the blend finished in first-fill sherry casks and the remainder in first-fill bourbon casks. |
- Speyside origins: Craigellachie single malt whisky from Scotland, founded in 1846
- Maturation & casks: Aged 13 years in first-fill European Sherry and American Bourbon casks
- Worm tub process: Traditional condensers impart a firm, robust character with a sulphurous note
- Taste profile: Notes of vanilla and tropical fruit, baked apple, citrus, and honeyed spice
- Bottling specifics: 46% ABV, 700 ml; non-chill filtered and free from caramel colouring
Description
What type of spirit it is
Craigellachie by John Dewar & Sons Distillers is a bold, robust Single Malt Scotch Whisky from Speyside. Bottled at 46% ABV, it offers a distinctive profile that blends pronounced fruit notes with a precise mineral edge and a subtle hint of smoke. The bouquet reveals inviting aromas of vanilla, pineapple, baked apple, and citrus zest. On the palate, the spirit delivers a full, oily texture, balancing malt sweetness and warm honey with lively spices. A characteristic sulphurous edge leads to a medium-long, gently smoky finish.
Where it comes from
This impressive spirit hails from the renowned Speyside region of Scotland, located near the confluence of the River Spey and the Fiddich. The distillery utilises pure spring water from the nearby Blue Hill, providing a balanced base that supports both a distinct sweetness and remarkable depth. While the surrounding area is celebrated for producing delicate, refined whiskies, Craigellachie deliberately cultivates a muscular character, distinguishing itself with a remarkably robust profile.
How it is produced
Production involves four copper stills paired with traditional worm tub condensers, a cooling method essential for creating the spirit’s firm structure and underlying ‘meaty’ note. Maturation over 13 years takes place in a combination of ex-Bourbon and ex-Sherry casks; half of the liquid rests in first-fill Sherry casks made of European oak, while the remainder matures in first-fill American oak Bourbon casks. To ensure an authentic experience, the whisky undergoes non-chill filtration and contains no artificial colouring, preserving its natural golden amber hue and rich flavour profile.
History and Heritage
Founded in 1846 in Scotland’s Speyside region, Craigellachie boldly defies convention to craft a truly authentic Single Malt Scotch Whisky. This 13-year-old expression is distilled using four large copper stills and traditional worm tub condensers. By retaining this historic cooling method over modern alternatives, the distillery deliberately captures a muscular character with a distinctive sulphurous edge.
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Serve at:
14 -16 °C
- Start up year: 1846
| Name | Craigellachie Single Malt Scotch Whisky 13 Y.O. 0.7L |
|---|---|
| Type | Scotch Whisky |
| Size | 0,70 l |
| Alcohol content | 46.0% by volume |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Region | Scotland |
| Vendor | John Dewar & Sons Distillers |
| Story | History and Heritage Founded in 1846 in Scotland’s Speyside region, Craigellachie boldly defies convention to craft a truly authentic Single Malt Scotch Whisky. This 13-year-old expression is distilled using four large copper stills and traditional worm tub condensers. By retaining this historic cooling method over modern alternatives, the distillery deliberately captures a muscular character with a distinctive sulphurous edge. |
| Origin | Speyside, Scotland |
| Production technique | Distillation using traditional worm tub condensers |
| Aging | Aged for 13 years; initially matured in a mix of ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks, with 50% of the blend finished in first-fill sherry casks and the remainder in first-fill bourbon casks. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |