Inchgower 23 Years The Chess Malt Collection B1 Single Island Malt Whisky 57,5%

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 23 Year The Chess Malt Collection B1 Single Speyside Malt Whisky 57,5% is a Speyside Single Malt Whisky matured on hogshead Refill and bottled at 57,5%.

This bottling comes from The Chess Malt Collection, released as part of the The Chess Malt Collection B1 range.

The whisky was distilled in November 1998 and bottled in May 2022.

Only 206 bottles were produced from this cask, making it a limited release for collectors.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Fresh malt, orchard fruit and a light floral note.

Palate

Honey, pear and a mellow barley character.

Finish

Crisp and drying with a gentle spice.

Specifications

Name: Inchgower 23 Year The Chess Malt Collection B1 Single Speyside Malt Whisky 57,5%
Distillery: Inchgower
Bottler: The Chess Malt Collection
Region/Country: Speyside
Type: Speyside Single Malt Whisky
Age: 23 years
ABV: 57,5%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Hogshead Refill
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distilled: November 1998
Bottled: May 2022
Number of bottles: 206
Edition: The Chess Malt Collection B1

Flavour Profile

Fresh · Spiced

Investment Potential

Medium. 23 years is unusually long for Inchgower, and a run of 206 bottles from The Chess Malt Collection makes the bottle interesting to collectors of themed series.

Did you know?

The Chess Malt Collection mirrors an actual chessboard exactly: two kings, two queens, four bishops, four knights, four rooks and sixteen pawns, each in a black or white bottling.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Inchgower 23 Year The Chess Malt Collection B1 Single Speyside Malt Whisky 57,5%

What flavours can you expect from Inchgower 23 Year The Chess Malt Collection B1 Single Speyside Malt Whisky 57,5%?

On the nose you will find fresh malt, orchard fruit and a light floral note. The palate offers honey, pear and a mellow barley character, while the finish brings crisp and drying with a gentle spice.

How does the cask type affect the flavour of Inchgower 23 Year The Chess Malt Collection B1 Single Speyside Malt Whisky 57,5%?

The cask, hogshead Refill, plays a central role in shaping the character, giving Inchgower 23 Year The Chess Malt Collection B1 Single Speyside Malt Whisky 57,5% a depth that a neutral cask simply could not provide.

How should Inchgower 23 Year The Chess Malt Collection B1 Single Speyside Malt Whisky 57,5% be served?

Inchgower 23 Year The Chess Malt Collection B1 Single Speyside Malt Whisky 57,5% 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.

Is Inchgower 23 Year The Chess Malt Collection B1 Single Speyside Malt Whisky 57,5% worth it?

Yes — the rarity, the cask type and Inchgower's reputation make Inchgower 23 Year The Chess Malt Collection B1 Single Speyside Malt Whisky 57,5% a whisky well worth investing in for anyone collecting characterful bottlings.

What is the history behind the distillery that made Inchgower 23 Year The Chess Malt Collection B1 Single Speyside Malt Whisky 57,5%?

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 23 Year The Chess Malt Collection B1 Single Speyside Malt Whisky 57,5% make a good gift?

Yes, Inchgower 23 Year The Chess Malt Collection B1 Single Speyside Malt Whisky 57,5% 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 23 Year The Chess Malt Collection B1 Single Speyside Malt Whisky 57,5% exist?

Only 206 bottles of Inchgower 23 Year The Chess Malt Collection B1 Single Speyside Malt Whisky 57,5% exist from this cask, making it one of the rarer releases in our range.