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Spey River Speyside Single Malt Whiskey (Bourbon Cask) 700ml
This Spey River Bourbon Cask Finish has been matured in traditional American oak casks until it has achieved the perfect balance of flavours, only then the whisky is then transferred into first fill American Bourbon casks to allow the secondary maturation which adds to its complex character and refined depth...
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For wine the minimum order is one dozen (12) bottles. Split case orders are welcome with at least 4 wines of your choice, minimum 3 bottles per variety.
- This Spey River Bourbon Cask Finish has been matured in traditional American oak casks until it has achieved the perfect balance of flavours, only then the whisky is then transferred into first fill American Bourbon casks to allow the secondary maturation which adds to its complex character and refined depth of flavour
- The Spey River has a beautiful floral aroma which is intertwined with hints of spice, fresh fruit and oak.
- Delicate on the taste with subtle spice and oak notes enveloped with a mellow, vanilla sweetness.
- Aroma - Soft delicate Single Malt with hints of leafy spring blossom overlaid with subtle vanilla oakiness.
- Taste - Beautifully mellow with a gentle oaky character.
- Finish - Sweet and Crisp.
- 40.0% ABV.
