Edradour 2012/2024 Madeira Cask 12 years old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 48.2%

A leap year for the distillation date, twelve years later bottled on the exact same date — there's something pleasingly symmetrical about this Madeira cask maturation from Edradour.

The expert's description

Edradour 2012/2024 Madeira Cask 12 years old is a Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in 1st fill Madeira hogsheads and bottled at 48.2%.

The whisky was distilled on 29 February 2012 and matured for 12 years across ten 1st fill Madeira casks, numbers 110 to 119, before being bottled on the exact same date in 2024. The Madeira's characteristic, lightly oxidised sweetness has given the whisky a warm, dried fruit character that complements Edradour's light, floral core style nicely. 3,987 bottles were released.

Tasting notes

Nose

Dried apricot and caramelised sugar, with a lightly nutty aroma and a hint of honey.

Palate

Soft and rounded with raisin, toasted almonds and a fine acidity that keeps the sweetness fresh.

Finish

Medium length with warm caramel and a dry, lightly spiced finish.

Specifications

Name: Edradour 2012/2024 Madeira Cask 12 years old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 48.2%
Distillery: Edradour
Region/Country: Highland, Scotland
Type: Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 12 years
ABV: 48,2 %
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: 1st fill madeira hogsheads (cask no. 110-119)
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distillation method: Double distilled
Distilled: 29/02/2012
Bottled: 29/02/2024
Number of bottles: Only 3,987 bottles
EAN no.: 5021944125487

Flavour profile

Fruity · Smooth · Creamy

Did you know?

Madeira casks were originally attractive to whisky producers because the heavily fortified wine from the Portuguese island of Madeira could withstand long sea voyages without spoiling — a historical detail that today makes the cask type a sought-after rarity.

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Frequently asked questions about Edradour 2012/2024 Madeira Cask 12 yo

What's special about the distillation and bottling date?

The whisky was both distilled and bottled on 29 February — a symbolic detail, since 2012 and 2024 are both leap years.

How many bottles exist?

3,987 bottles were drawn from the ten Madeira casks.

Is the whisky peated?

No, this is Edradour's unpeated core style, shaped entirely by the Madeira cask.

How does Madeira cask whisky compare to sherry cask?

Madeira typically gives a nuttier, dried fruit character, while sherry is often heavier and more raisin-driven.

Does this whisky suit someone new to single malt?

Yes, the soft, approachable style with a moderate strength of 48.2% makes it easy to enjoy.

Is it worth the money as a gift?

The relatively large but still limited bottle run and the unusual cask type make it an interesting and good-value choice for a whisky enthusiast.