Inchgower 2007/2018 Signatory 10 year old Single Highland Malt 46%

Not every great dram carries a famous name on the label — Inchgower is proof that quiet distilleries can still produce remarkable whisky. This particular release from Speyside shows a side of the distillery worth slowing down for.

Expert's description

Inchgower 2007/2018 Signatory 10 Year Single Highland Malt 46% is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured on hogshead #801153 og #801154 and bottled at 46%.

This bottling comes from Signatory Vintage.

The whisky was distilled in 30 August 2007 and bottled in 27 February 2018.

Only 602 bottles were produced from this cask, making it a limited release for collectors.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Green apple, vanilla and a gentle grassy note.

Palate

Malt sweetness, citrus and a touch of oak spice.

Finish

Soft and rounded with a final malty note.

Specifications

Name: Inchgower 2007/2018 Signatory 10 Year Single Highland Malt 46%
Distillery: Inchgower
Bottler: Signatory Vintage
Region/Country: Speyside
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 10 years
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Hogshead #801153 og #801154
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distilled: 30 August 2007
Bottled: 27 February 2018
Number of bottles: 602
EAN no.: 5021944096787

Flavour Profile

Fresh · Spiced

Did you know?

Inchgower is one of the few Scottish distilleries that historically used Morton's Refrigerator plates to cool the wort, a technique most other distilleries phased out decades ago.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Inchgower 2007/2018 Signatory 10 Year Single Highland Malt 46%

How would you describe the taste of Inchgower 2007/2018 Signatory 10 Year Single Highland Malt 46%?

On the nose you will find green apple, vanilla and a gentle grassy note. The palate offers malt sweetness, citrus and a touch of oak spice, while the finish brings soft and rounded with a final malty note.

How does the cask type affect the flavour of Inchgower 2007/2018 Signatory 10 Year Single Highland Malt 46%?

The cask, hogshead #801153 og #801154, plays a central role in shaping the character, giving Inchgower 2007/2018 Signatory 10 Year Single Highland Malt 46% a depth that a neutral cask simply could not provide.

Is Inchgower 2007/2018 Signatory 10 Year Single Highland Malt 46% best enjoyed neat or with ice?

Inchgower 2007/2018 Signatory 10 Year Single Highland Malt 46% is best enjoyed at room temperature in a nosing glass, allowing the aromas to open up fully. A few drops of water can help at higher cask strength.

What is the history behind the distillery that made Inchgower 2007/2018 Signatory 10 Year Single Highland Malt 46%?

Inchgower distillery sits near the coastal town of Buckie in Speyside and was founded in 1871, with most of its output today going into blends such as Bell's.

Does Inchgower 2007/2018 Signatory 10 Year Single Highland Malt 46% make a good gift?

Yes, Inchgower 2007/2018 Signatory 10 Year Single Highland Malt 46% is a solid choice as a gift for a whisky enthusiast, especially thanks to the story and character behind the bottle.

How many bottles of Inchgower 2007/2018 Signatory 10 Year Single Highland Malt 46% exist?

Only 602 bottles of Inchgower 2007/2018 Signatory 10 Year Single Highland Malt 46% exist from this cask, making it one of the rarer releases in our range.