Arran Barrel Reserve - 43%
From the Arran Distillery website Bottled at 43%, the Arran Barrel Reserve emphasises the delicious, sweet fruit notes which are the hallmark of our distillery. A fantastic discovery! The brand new Arran Barrel Reserve is a fresh, light and elegant no-age-statement Single Malt Single Barrel Scotch Whisky. It is 100% matured in Bourbon Barrels and is going to become your go-to dram for every occasion - to be served neat, with ice or in a longer drink or cocktail. Tasting notes: Appearance: Pale straw colour, forms a thin line which beads before eventually falling as thick, oily legs Nose: Green apple skins, lemon citrus and a touch of salty sea breeze Palate: Soft, creamy mouthfeel with vanilla ice cream, fresh orchard fruit, lemon zest, sea salt, subtle orange oil and cinnamon warmth Finish: Long and lingering, with sweet vanilla cream, charred oak, orchard fruit, maritime salt, cinnamon and a hint of nutmeg Overall: At a little over £30 this is an ‘entry-level’ Arran...
