Arran Duero Discovery 12 Years Old Edition 3 Single Island Malt Whisky 70 cl 50%

Spain and Scotland meet again in Arran's Duero series — this time in its third edition, where bourbon and Spanish red wine casks play off each other.

A 12-year-old single malt that deliberately breaks from the classic sherry and bourbon choices.

Expert Description

Arran Duero Discovery 12 Year Old Edition 3 is a Single Islands Malt Whisky matured in bourbon casks and Spanish red wine casks, bottled at 50%.

The whisky spends its early years in classic bourbon casks before moving to 1st fill Spanish red wine casks from the Duero region. This is the third edition in the Discovery series, identified by batch number 18-RDD-01-48, where the distillery continues experimenting with letting the wine casks' fruitiness shape Arran's bright island character.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Salted caramel and sweet spice meet dark berries from the red wine cask.

Palate

Full-bodied with the same dark berry character, backed by a lightly tart, wine-like edge and Arran's signature sweetness.

Finish

Medium length with a trace of wine-derived tannin structure and caramel.

Specifications

Name: Arran Duero Discovery 12 Year Old Edition 3
Distillery: Arran
Region/Country: Isle of Arran, Scotland
Type: Single Islands Malt Whisky
Age: 12 years
ABV: 50%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Bourbon casks, finished in 1st fill Spanish red wine casks
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Edition: Duero Discovery Edition 3, Batch 18-RDD-01-48
EAN no.: 5060044489082
Serving suggestion: In a Glencairn glass at room temperature

Flavour Profile

Wine-toned · Fruity · Spiced · Full-bodied

Did You Know?

The Duero region in central Spain is known for its powerful red wines made from the Tempranillo grape — the very grape behind this Arran's deep berry notes.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Arran Duero Discovery 12 Year Old Edition 3

What is the Duero Discovery series?

A series of experimental Arran releases finished in Spanish wine casks from the Duero region — this is the third edition.

Is this whisky peated?

No, it's unpeated.

How does the red wine cask show in the whisky?

It adds dark berries and a lightly tart, wine-like edge that layers on top of Arran's natural caramel and spice sweetness.

How should I serve it?

In a Glencairn glass at room temperature, ideally without ice.

Does it make a good gift for a wine lover who also enjoys whisky?

Yes, the combination of bourbon and Spanish red wine makes it a natural bridge between the two worlds.

What does the batch number 18-RDD-01-48 mean?

It identifies the specific bottling within the Duero Discovery series, making it possible to trace exactly which batch the bottle comes from.