Glencadam 2005 Aged 16 Years Highland Single Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Cask No. 1 (700ml)

Volume: 700ml           ABV: 57.5%           Age: 16 Years Old           Country: Scotland

The Glencadam distillery was founded in 1825 and produces 1.5 million litres of spirit annually. The distillery has two stills and is situated near the River Esk in the Highland region of Scotland. It takes the water for its spirit from nearby springs in the surrounding green hills. The current owners are Angus Dundee plc who purchased the distillery in 2003 and also own the Tomintoul distillery in Speyside. The whisky produced at this distillery is an important component of Ballentine’s blends. Expect floral with notes of orange and citrus fruits. It has a refined dark oak undertone and is an elegant single malt whisky.

This Single cask was distilled in March 2005 has been matured in an ex-Pedro Ximénez Sherry Butt for no less than 16 years. It was bottled in February 2020 at 57.5% ABV with only 308 bottles available for worldwide consumption.

Our Tasting Notes

Nose: Plums and raisins, sultanas and figs, milk chocolate and charred oak.

Palate: Apple crumble with raisins, plum pudding with pecans, gingerbread with sweet tobacco.

Finish: Long with dried dark fruits, coffee and milk chocolate.