Lindores Abbey Whisky The Exclusive Sherry Cask Lowland Single Malt Whisky 52,6%

Some whiskies shout their pedigree from the label. This one from Lindores Abbey prefers to let the liquid do the talking. This particular release from Lowland shows a side of the distillery worth slowing down for.

Expert's description

Lindores Abbey Whisky The Exclusive Sherry Cask Lowland Single Malt Whisky 52,6% is a Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured on sherry cask #2018/0582 and bottled at 52,6%.

The whisky was distilled in 2 August 2018 and bottled in 14 March 2022.

Only 790 bottles were produced from this cask, making it a limited release for collectors.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Dark chocolate, dried figs and a warm sherry depth.

Palate

Sultanas, cocoa and a rounded sherried sweetness.

Finish

Long and warming with a lingering spiced oak note.

Specifications

Name: Lindores Abbey Whisky The Exclusive Sherry Cask Lowland Single Malt Whisky 52,6%
Distillery: Lindores Abbey
Region/Country: Lowland
Type: Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 52,6%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Sherry cask #2018/0582
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distilled: 2 August 2018
Bottled: 14 March 2022
Number of bottles: 790
Edition: The Exclusive

Flavour Profile

Sherried · Spiced

Investment Potential

Medium. With 790 bottles exclusive to Denmark from a single sherry cask, this is a release not found outside the Danish market.

Did you know?

Lindores Abbey is the place where King James IV in 1494 asked Friar John Cor to distil 'aqua vitae', an order now regarded as the first written mention of Scotch whisky.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lindores Abbey Whisky The Exclusive Sherry Cask Lowland Single Malt Whisky 52,6%

How would you describe the taste of Lindores Abbey Whisky The Exclusive Sherry Cask Lowland Single Malt Whisky 52,6%?

On the nose you will find dark chocolate, dried figs and a warm sherry depth. The palate offers sultanas, cocoa and a rounded sherried sweetness, while the finish brings long and warming with a lingering spiced oak note.

How does the cask type affect the flavour of Lindores Abbey Whisky The Exclusive Sherry Cask Lowland Single Malt Whisky 52,6%?

The cask, sherry cask #2018/0582, plays a central role in shaping the character, giving Lindores Abbey Whisky The Exclusive Sherry Cask Lowland Single Malt Whisky 52,6% a depth that a neutral cask simply could not provide.

Is Lindores Abbey Whisky The Exclusive Sherry Cask Lowland Single Malt Whisky 52,6% best enjoyed neat or with ice?

Lindores Abbey Whisky The Exclusive Sherry Cask Lowland Single Malt Whisky 52,6% 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 Lindores Abbey Whisky The Exclusive Sherry Cask Lowland Single Malt Whisky 52,6%?

Lindores Abbey er et skotsk destilleri med en lang og karakterfuld historie.

Does Lindores Abbey Whisky The Exclusive Sherry Cask Lowland Single Malt Whisky 52,6% make a good gift?

Yes, Lindores Abbey Whisky The Exclusive Sherry Cask Lowland Single Malt Whisky 52,6% 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 Lindores Abbey Whisky The Exclusive Sherry Cask Lowland Single Malt Whisky 52,6% exist?

Only 790 bottles of Lindores Abbey Whisky The Exclusive Sherry Cask Lowland Single Malt Whisky 52,6% exist from this cask, making it one of the rarer releases in our range.