Annandale 10 Year Old Man O’ Words Cask 121 Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 59.7%
Annandale Man O’ Words 10 Year Old – Refill Ex-Bourbon Cask No. 121 – is a distinctive and remarkable release from the revived Annandale Distillery in southern Scotland. This edition marks a significant milestone, as it is the first unpeated 10-year-old whisky from the distillery to be made available internationally and exclusively aimed at trade professionals and dedicated whisky enthusiasts.
This single malt has matured for a full decade in a single refill ex-bourbon cask, allowing the elegant and fruity new make spirit from Annandale to interact gently with the wood over time. The result is a well-balanced and harmonious whisky that showcases the unique character of the distillery, subtly enhanced by the influence of the cask. Bottled at natural cask strength – a powerful 59.7% – this expression offers an unfiltered, full-flavored experience as it tastes straight from the cask.
This release is atypical for Annandale in the sense that both the cask and the spirit play equal roles – neither dominates. Instead, they complement one another beautifully. The distillery’s signature orchard fruit notes – such as apple and pear – are immediately evident and gracefully balanced by classic bourbon tones of vanilla, gentle spice, and sweet oak.
On the nose, you’re welcomed by layers of vanilla, warm spice, and juicy peaches. Hints of crisp green apple and subtle tropical fruits add a refined exotic touch to the aroma profile.
The palate is soft and inviting, with creamy vanilla and a fresh grassy note that is delicately supported by sweet wood and marshmallows. It’s a mouthfeel that is both light and complex – a true showcase of Annandale’s unpeated style.
The finish is long, warm, and persistent, with evolving notes of spice, ripe orchard fruit, and a delicate trace of cherry that fades slowly, leaving behind an elegant impression of craftsmanship and balance.
Annandale Man O’ Words Refill Ex-Bourbon Cask No. 121 is a whisky that will appeal to both seasoned connoisseurs and curious newcomers – a rare dram where time, patience, and a single bourbon cask have come together to tell a genuine story in liquid form.
Distillery: Annandale
Name: Man O' Words
Vintage: Distilled: 2014 Bottled: 2025
Age: 10 years
Type: Single Lowland Malt Scotch Whisky
Cask number/type: Refill Ex-Bourbon / Cask No. #121
Number of bottles: 246
ABV: 59.7%
Un-chillfiltered
70 cl
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