Craigellachie
13 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Whisky from Scotland
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R110 nationwide
Delivery is within 1–2 business days to main centres and 3–4 business days to outlying areas.
Craigellachie is a distinguished whisky brand known for its distinctively bold and robust single malts, crafted in the heart of Scotland's Speyside region. The distillery itself was founded in 1891 at the village of Craigellachie, which translates to "Rocky Hill" in Gaelic, reflecting the rugged landscape that surrounds it. This location plays a crucial role in defining the unique character of Craigellachie whiskies.
Craigellachie 13 Year Old is non-chill filtered and naturally colored, bottled at 46% ABV. It's matured in a combination of ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks, contributing to its layered and full-bodied flavor profile. This whisky is a standout for its complexity and the depth of flavors it offers, making it an excellent choice for those who appreciate a robust and flavorful Scotch.
Nose:
The whisky opens with a vivid bonfire night aroma, featuring oozing toasted marshmallows, fire-roasted pineapples, and baked apples studded with cloves. There's also a notable tang of cordite lingering in the background, adding to its unique scent profile.
Palate:
On the palate, Craigellachie 13 offers a rich and full-bodied texture. Initial flavors include apricot, banana, and vanilla cream, which then give way to English toffee, milk chocolate, lemon peel, and pineapple. Further complexity is added by roasted coffee, torched caramel, brown sugar, and charred oak.
Finish:
The finish of this whisky is long and evolves as you sip. It starts off relatively short but gains length, offering spicy notes including vanilla and lemon, followed by char, dry oak, and clove. These flavors gain weight over time, leaving a lasting impression.