Craigellachie Connoisseurs Choice Single Cask #304606 Whisky 16 Year Old · 2009 Vintage

Colour

Deep amber-gold with a warm copper glow and caramel-bronze edges.

Nose

Bold, warming nose of toffee and vanilla layered with ripe pear and lemon zest, drawn from the American oak cask. Honeyed sweetness rises over creamy oak, while spice—white pepper, clove, a hint of nutmeg—brightens the aroma. Subtle malt and dried fruit echo the cask, with a gentle mineral edge that hints at Craigellachie’s robust, unmistakable character.

Palate

Bold and velvety, this Craigellachie opens with vanilla and caramel from the American oak, layered with toasted spice and malt sweetness. Zest of orange and pear lift the palate, while white pepper and ginger deliver a warming bite. The texture is full and slightly oily, leading to a long oak-driven finish with cocoa and dried fruit notes.

Finish

Long, warming finish of vanilla and toasted oak, with citrus zest and ginger spice. The sweetness tails into a resinous, oak-driven fade, leaving a peppery warmth that lingers gracefully, revealing subtle orchard fruits and a touch of caramel.