Box Destilleri Slainte Swedish Single Malt Whisky 50 cl 57,8%

A tiny outturn of just 68 bottles makes Slainte one of the rarest releases from High Coast (formerly Box Distillery) in this series.

The Expert's Description

Box Destilleri Slainte is a Swedish Single Malt Whisky distilled on 5 April 2016 and bottled on 17 November 2020 after 4 years of maturation, at 57.8%.

The whisky comes from a single Oloroso cask (cask no. 2016-517), giving it a rich, sherry-driven character with power from the high strength. Only 68 bottles were drawn from this cask, making Slainte a rare release for the collector.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Sherry, dried fruit, dark chocolate and a hint of spice.

Palate

Rich and powerful with notes of raisins, nuts and caramelised sugar, carried by the high strength.

Finish

Long, warm and spiced with lingering sherry tones.

Specifications

Name: Box Destilleri Slainte Swedish Single Malt Whisky
Distillery: High Coast (Box) Distillery
Region/Country: Ångermanland, Sweden
Type: Swedish Single Malt Whisky
Vintage: Distilled 5 April 2016, bottled 17 November 2020
Age: 4 years
ABV: 57.8%
Size: 50 CL
Cask type: Oloroso, cask no. 2016-517
Number of bottles: 68

Flavour Profile

Sherried · Rich · Powerful · Spiced · Sweet

Did You Know?

With only 68 bottles from a single Oloroso cask, Slainte is one of the most limited releases in High Coast's history, back when it was still known as Box Distillery.

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Frequently asked questions about Box Destilleri Slainte

How does Box Destilleri Slainte taste?

It tastes rich and powerful with sherry, raisins, nuts and caramelised sugar, closing on a long, warm and spiced finish.

How many bottles exist of this release?

Only 68 bottles were drawn from this specific Oloroso cask.

What does cask no. 2016-517 mean?

It is the distillery's internal number for the specific Oloroso cask the whisky matured in throughout.

How should I serve it?

Neat in a nosing glass at room temperature, perhaps with a few drops of water to tame the high strength.

Is this whisky worth the money?

Yes, the limited quantity and rich sherry character make it an attractive bottle for collectors of Nordic whisky.

Where is High Coast distillery located?

In Ångermanland, Sweden, where the distillery was previously known as Box Distillery.