Linkwood 2013/2022 Sherry Butt Càrn Mòr 8 years old Single Speyside Malt Whisky 47,5%

Some bottles tell an entire story in the name alone. Linkwood 2013/2022 Sherry Cask Carn Mor 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 47,5% is one of them.

Expert's description

Linkwood 2013/2022 Sherry Cask Carn Mor 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 47,5% is a Speyside Single Malt Whisky, matured in sherry butt and bottled at 47,5%.

The whisky is distilled at Linkwood and independently selected and bottled by Càrn Mòr as part of the Càrn Mòr Strictly Limited series.

It was distilled 2013 and bottled 2022, giving it 8 years.

Only 1377 bottles were released from this batch, making it an exclusive release for collectors.

Tasting notes

Nose

On the nose you meet ripe pears, honey and dates.

Palate

The palate delivers blossom, dried fig and dark chocolate.

Finish

It finishes long and spicy, with stewed plums and blossom.

Specifications

Name: Linkwood 2013/2022 Sherry Cask Carn Mor 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 47,5%
Distillery: Linkwood
Bottler: Càrn Mòr
Region/Country: Speyside
Type: Speyside Single Malt Whisky
Age: 8 years
ABV: 47,5%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Sherry Butt
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distilled: 2013
Bottled: 2022
Number of bottles: 1377
Edition: Càrn Mòr Strictly Limited
EAN no.: 5060109229332

Flavour profile

Sherry-matured · Rounded · Spicy

Did you know?

Among blenders, Linkwood is often regarded as one of Speyside's most elegant, floral malts, the kind of spirit that gives a blend its backbone without ever dominating it.

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Frequently asked questions about Linkwood 2013/2022 Sherry Cask Carn Mor 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 47,5%

What does Linkwood 2013/2022 Sherry Cask Carn Mor 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 47,5% taste like?

On the nose you meet ripe pears, honey and dates. The palate delivers blossom, dried fig and dark chocolate. It finishes long and spicy, with stewed plums and blossom.

What role does the cask play in Linkwood 2013/2022 Sherry Cask Carn Mor 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 47,5%?

The cask, sherry butt, leaves a clear mark on the character and gives Linkwood 2013/2022 Sherry Cask Carn Mor 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 47,5% a depth a neutral cask could never provide.

What is the best glass for Linkwood 2013/2022 Sherry Cask Carn Mor 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 47,5%?

Linkwood 2013/2022 Sherry Cask Carn Mor 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 47,5% is best enjoyed at room temperature in a nosing glass, letting the aromas open up fully. A few drops of water can help at higher cask strength.

What defines Linkwood?

When the distillery was rebuilt in 1962, manager Roddie Mackay insisted on copying the old stills down to the last detail, and reportedly refused to have cobwebs removed from the old still house because he believed they were part of the character.

Does Linkwood 2013/2022 Sherry Cask Carn Mor 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 47,5% make a good gift for a whisky enthusiast?

Yes, Linkwood 2013/2022 Sherry Cask Carn Mor 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 47,5% is a solid choice as a gift for a whisky enthusiast, thanks especially to the story and character behind the bottle.

How should Linkwood 2013/2022 Sherry Cask Carn Mor 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 47,5% be stored?

Linkwood 2013/2022 Sherry Cask Carn Mor 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 47,5% keeps best standing or lying down in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight. An opened bottle retains its quality for several years if stored correctly.

How many bottles of Linkwood 2013/2022 Sherry Cask Carn Mor 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 47,5% exist?

A total of 1377 bottles of Linkwood 2013/2022 Sherry Cask Carn Mor 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 47,5% were released, making it a limited release.