Edradour 2001/2023 Oloroso Sherry Butt 21 years old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 52.1%

There's a quiet confidence to a whisky that's been allowed to rest for 21 years in a single sherry cask. No rush, no shortcuts — just time and good wood.

The expert's description

Edradour 2001/2023 Oloroso Sherry Butt 21 years old is a Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in a refill ex-bourbon hogshead and Oloroso sherry butt and bottled at 52.1%.

The whisky was distilled in 2001 and matured for 21 years, split across cask no. 2413, 2414 and 2504, before being bottled in July 2023. The Oloroso sherry has given the whisky a deep, reddish-brown colour and a rich, nutty sweetness that balances Edradour's light, unpeated character. With 1,919 bottles, this is one of the rarer releases from the distillery's core range.

Tasting notes

Nose

Raisins, walnut and a hint of orange peel sit over a soft malt aroma, with a deep, sherry-dark sweetness underneath.

Palate

Rich and rounded with dried apricot, dark chocolate and a lightly spiced oak. The sherry gives the whisky body without ever drowning out the malt's character.

Finish

Long and warm with lingering notes of dark caramel, walnut shell and a dry, elegant finish.

Specifications

Name: Edradour 2001/2023 Oloroso Sherry Butt 21 years old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 52.1%
Distillery: Edradour
Region/Country: Highland, Scotland
Type: Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 21 years
ABV: 52,1 %
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Refill ex-bourbon hogshead and Oloroso Sherry butt (cask no. 2413, 2414 and 2504)
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distillation method: Double distilled
Distilled: 2001
Bottled: 03/07/2023
Number of bottles: Only 1,919 bottles
EAN no.: 5021944123575

Flavour profile

Sherry-matured · Fruity · Spicy · Smooth

Investment potential

This release is assessed to have medium investment potential, largely due to 21 years of maturation, sherry influence and a bottle run under 2,000. This is a general assessment based on available information about rarity and demand, not a guarantee of future value growth.

Did you know?

Edradour sits so close to Signatory Vintage's bottling facilities in Pitlochry that the two companies practically share a home — Signatory has owned the distillery since 2002.

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Frequently asked questions about Edradour 2001/2023 Oloroso Sherry Butt 21 yo

How sherry-forward is this 21-year-old Edradour?

It's rich and nutty without being overly sweet — the Oloroso sherry gives depth, but the malt's light character still shines through.

Which casks were used?

The whisky matured in a refill ex-bourbon hogshead and an Oloroso sherry butt, split across cask no. 2413, 2414 and 2504.

How many bottles exist?

1,919 bottles were drawn from this maturation.

Does it make a good gift for a collector?

Yes, the age, the low bottle count and the clean sherry character make it a solid choice for someone who appreciates classic Scotch whisky.

Is it worth the money compared to other 21-year-old sherry whiskies?

The assessment should be seen in light of the relatively low bottle count and Edradour's status as one of Scotland's smallest and most respected distilleries.

Should this whisky be served at room temperature?

Yes, like most older sherry-matured whiskies it opens up best at room temperature in a tulip-shaped glass.