Bunnahabhain 11 Years Old Gordon & MacPhail The Discovery Range Single Malt Scotch Whisky 43%

Gordon & MacPhail has traded in whisky since 1895, and their Discovery Range is meant as a straightforward way into their vast stock of casks – no detours required.

Expert's Description

Bunnahabhain 11 Years Old Gordon & MacPhail The Discovery Range is a Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in sherry casks and bottled at 43%.

The Discovery Range is Gordon & MacPhail's accessible entry point into their archive of Scottish single casks, and this 11 Years Old Bunnahabhain was chosen for its sweetness and easy drinking style. The sherry casks have given the whisky a warm caramel hue and a full sweep of spice.

It's a mild, unpeated take on Islay – a fine place to start if you want to understand why Bunnahabhain is often called the island's quiet exception.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Sherry, citrus peel and a hint of milk chocolate.

Palate

Sweet and round with nuts, spice and a light citrus tang.

Finish

Short to medium, soft and gently sweet.

Specifications

Distillery: Bunnahabhain
Bottler: Gordon & MacPhail
Region/Country: Scotland (Islay)
Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 11 Years
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL
Cask Type: Sherry Casks
Distillation Method: Double Distilled
Edition: The Discovery Range
EAN No.: 5020613067509

Flavour Profile

Sherry-Matured · Fruity · Soft · Approachable

Did You Know?

Gordon & MacPhail started life as a grocer's shop in Elgin in 1895, long before the firm grew into one of the world's largest independent whisky bottlers.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bunnahabhain 11 Years Old Gordon & MacPhail

What does Bunnahabhain 11 Years Old Gordon & MacPhail Discovery Range taste like?

Sherry, citrus peel and a hint of milk chocolate on the nose, while the palate offers nuts, spice and a light citrus tang.

Is it smoky?

No, it's a mild, unpeated take on Islay, chosen specifically for its sweetness and easy drinking style.

Does it suit someone new to Islay whisky?

Yes, that's exactly the point of the Discovery Range – an easy way into Gordon & MacPhail's vast cask stock without the heavy smoke many associate with Islay.

What is Gordon & MacPhail's Discovery Range?

A series giving access to selected single casks from the house's archive, bottled in an approachable style without excessive complexity.

Which glass suits it best?

A regular whisky glass or a Glencairn glass both work well for this lighter style.

Is it worth it as an introduction to Islay whisky?

Yes, it delivers an authentic taste of Bunnahabhain's style from a respected house like Gordon & MacPhail, without requiring the same investment as an older single cask whisky.