Kilkerran Glengyle 12 years old Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 46%

In a region crowded with famous names, Kilkerran has quietly gone about its business for generations. This particular release from Campbeltown shows a side of the distillery worth slowing down for.

Expert's description

Kilkerran Glengyle 12 Year Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 46% is a Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky matured on bourbon- and sherry casks and bottled at 46%.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Stewed fruit, walnut and a gentle sherry spice.

Palate

Christmas cake, orange peel and a spiced oak backbone.

Finish

Dry and nutty with a final touch of pepper.

Specifications

Name: Kilkerran Glengyle 12 Year Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 46%
Distillery: Kilkerran
Region/Country: Campbeltown
Type: Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 12 years
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Bourbon- and sherry casks
Non-chill filtered: Yes
EAN no.: 610854002527

Flavour Profile

Sherried · Smooth · Spiced

Did you know?

Glengyle distillery closed in 1925, and it was not until 2004 that Springbank reopened it, naming the whisky Kilkerran to avoid confusion with the original Glengyle name.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kilkerran Glengyle 12 Year Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 46%

What does Kilkerran Glengyle 12 Year Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 46% taste like?

On the nose you will find stewed fruit, walnut and a gentle sherry spice. The palate offers Christmas cake, orange peel and a spiced oak backbone, while the finish brings dry and nutty with a final touch of pepper.

What role does cask maturation play in Kilkerran Glengyle 12 Year Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 46%?

The cask, bourbon- and sherry casks, plays a central role in shaping the character, giving Kilkerran Glengyle 12 Year Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 46% a depth that a neutral cask simply could not provide.

What glass suits Kilkerran Glengyle 12 Year Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 46% best?

Kilkerran Glengyle 12 Year Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 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 distillery behind Kilkerran Glengyle 12 Year Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 46% known for?

Kilkerran er et skotsk destilleri med en lang og karakterfuld historie.

Is Kilkerran Glengyle 12 Year Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 46% suitable as a gift for a whisky enthusiast?

Yes, Kilkerran Glengyle 12 Year Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 46% is a solid choice as a gift for a whisky enthusiast, especially thanks to the story and character behind the bottle.

How should Kilkerran Glengyle 12 Year Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 46% be stored?

Kilkerran Glengyle 12 Year Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 46% keeps best stored upright or on its side in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight. An opened bottle retains its quality for several years if stored correctly.