Arran 2008/2024 15 Year Premium Oloroso Cask #979 Single Island Malt Whisky 55.4%

Fifteen years in a single Oloroso cask has given this Arran a depth that speaks directly to collectors and sherry lovers.

A cask strength expression, bottled without compromise from cask number 979.

Expert Description

Arran 2008/2024 15 Year Old Premium Oloroso Cask #979 is a Single Islands Malt Scotch Whisky matured in a 1st fill Oloroso hogshead and bottled at 55.4%.

The whisky was distilled at the Lochranza distillery on the Isle of Arran on 15 October 2008 and matured for 15 years in cask number 979, before being bottled on 31 July 2024 at full cask strength. Only 296 bottles exist from this single cask, selected especially for the Danish market.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Light chocolate, toffee and honey with an elegant sherry imprint.

Palate

Rich and rounded with sweet notes of caramel, dried fruit and spice.

Finish

Long, warm and silky with a trace of oak and the sherry's depth.

Specifications

Name: Arran 2008/2024 15 Year Old Premium Oloroso Cask #979
Distillery: Arran
Region/Country: Isle of Arran, Scotland
Type: Single Islands Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 15 years
ABV: 55.4%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: 1st fill Oloroso hogshead
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distilled: 15.10.2008
Bottled: 31.07.2024
Number of bottles: 296
Edition: Single Cask – Cask No. 979
Serving suggestion: In a Glencairn glass at room temperature

Flavour Profile

Sherry-matured · Sweet · Spiced · Smooth

Did You Know?

Cask number 979 is one of the single casks Arran rarely releases on its own — most Oloroso casks from the same vintage are typically blended with others before reaching the bottle.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Arran 2008/2024 15 Year Old Premium Oloroso Cask #979

Is this whisky worth it?

Yes. With 15 years in a single Oloroso cask and only 296 bottles from this exact cask, it's a rare chance to taste a pure, unblended sherry-matured Arran.

Is this whisky peated?

No, it's unpeated and non-chill filtered, preserving its natural, full-bodied character.

How many bottles are there?

296, all from cask number 979.

How should I serve it?

In a Glencairn glass at room temperature, a drop of water can help open the chocolate and caramel notes.

Does it make a good gift for a sherry lover?

Yes, the strong sherry character and limited bottle count make it a natural choice for someone who already loves sherry-matured whisky.

What defines a cask strength expression?

The whisky is bottled straight from the cask without adding water, preserving all the power and intensity built up over 15 years.