More information Aberlour 18 Year Reserve (Speyside) Whisky
James Fleming (1830-95), who founded the Aberlour Distillery, was a man of enterprise, vision and compassion. The son of a local tenant farmer, he became a grain dealer, with many whisky distillers among his customers.
This encouraged him to establish his own distillery and create a whisky of distinction. He acquired the land at Aberlour and with it the priceless water source. Work began in 1879 and within a year the whisky began to flow.
Self-effacing and modest, he lived by his family motto of ‘Let the Deed Show’. James Fleming’s values of wisdom, generosity and discretion continue to be respected today at Aberlour Distillery.
Greater age adds body and a rich raisin character to Aberlour’s characteristic depth and spiciness. Matured in the highest quality casks, where it develops deep Bourbon and Oloroso Sherry flavours, this is the richest and most indulgent Aberlour expression. Perfect in structure and memorably eloquent.
Technical Details| Brand | ABERLOUR |
| Size | 70 CL |
| Format | Glass |
| Region Produced in | Speyside |
| Type | Single Malt |
| Cask | American ex-Bourbon casks, Spanish ex-Jerez casks |
| Alcohol Content | 43% |
| Reserve | 18 Years |
Tasting Notes | Colour: Sumptuous auburn gold.
Nose: Rich and complex, with notes of toffee and butterscotch combining with ripe peach and bitter orange.
Palate: Superbly structured, with initial notes of soft apricot and cream, offset by developing flavours of old leather and oak, with a touch of honey.
Finish: Very long and well balanced, progressing from crème brulée to a gentle oak flourish. |
| Package | Bottle |
| Volumetric Weight | 1.60 |
| Storage Instructions | Cool and dry conditions |
| Manufacturer/Producer | Aberlour Distillery Company LTD. |
| Country Produced in | Scotland |
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