Arran Lochranza Reserve
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ABV: 43%
Aged in a mix of ex-Bourbon and ex-Sherry casks
Cost : $40 (USD)
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Arran is situaded on the Isle of Arran, between Campbeltown and Mainland. The distillery is most famous for having almost all its bottlings at 46%ABV and higher, or even cask strength, which is quite nice in an era where a lot of single malts are 40% !
This bottle was first matured in ex-Bourbon casks and then finished in Port casks. Wine finish (except Sherry) has really taken off in the last 10 years. So let’s see how it compares against other classics.
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Color : light pale gold , honey.
Nose : Sweet, barley, dried citrus fruit, slight salt
Palate : salted covered green apple. With waves of light vanilla
Finish : short/medium. Slight oak and more marine air.
Comments : great for the price point would recommend as a daily sipper for beginner whisky drinker.
The Arran: Lochranza Reserve
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