Miltonduff 2007/2020 Imperial Milk Stout Finish Coopers Choice Speyside Single Malt Whisky 51.1%

There is a certain charm to whisky from a distillery that rarely gets to take a bow of its own.

Expert's Description

Miltonduff 2007/2020 Imperial Milk Stout Finish is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky from The Coopers Choice, matured in a bourbon cask and finished in an Imperial Milk Stout cask at 51.1%.

The beer cask came from Spey Valley Brewery and had previously held an Imperial Milk Stout, itself matured in a used Bruichladdich cask, giving this Miltonduff an extra layer of dark malt and chocolate on top of the distillery's usually light style. Only 304 bottles were filled from cask #9087.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The aroma opens with coconut and ripe pear, while vanilla lingers in the background.

Palate

The palate delivers creamy vanilla and light caramel, with a hint of honeycomb.

Finish

The finish is short and fresh.

Specifications

Distillery: Miltonduff
Bottler: The Coopers Choice
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 13 years
ABV: 51.1 %
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Bourbon Barrel, Imperial Milk Stout Finish, cask #9087
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distilled: 2007
Bottled: 2020
Number of bottles: 304
Edition: Imperial Milk Stout Finish

Flavour Profile

Fresh · Soft · Vanilla-sweet · Floral

Did You Know?

Miltonduff was built on the site of the old Pluscarden Priory brewery from 1233, where monks reportedly brewed ale using water from the Black Burn.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Miltonduff 2007/2020 Imperial Milk Stout Finish Coopers Choice Speyside Single Malt Whisky

What does Miltonduff 2007/2020 Imperial Milk Stout Finish Coopers Choice Speyside Single Malt Whisky taste like?

The whisky carries a character shaped by bourbon barrel, imperial milk stout finish, cask #9087, with a firm 51.1 % strength that carries the flavour well.

Which glass suits Miltonduff 2007/2020 Imperial Milk Stout Finish Coopers Choice Speyside Single Malt Whisky best?

A Glencairn glass or another tulip-shaped whisky glass concentrates the aromas and gives the best experience.

Should Miltonduff 2007/2020 Imperial Milk Stout Finish Coopers Choice Speyside Single Malt Whisky be served with ice?

No, we recommend drinking it neat or with a few drops of water to open up the aromas. Ice unnecessarily mutes the flavour.

What is Miltonduff known for?

Miltonduff was built on the site of the old Pluscarden Priory brewery from 1233, where monks reportedly brewed ale using water from the Black Burn.

Is Miltonduff 2007/2020 Imperial Milk Stout Finish Coopers Choice Speyside Single Malt Whisky a good gift?

Yes, a whisky from Miltonduff with a clear story and distinct cask character makes a thoughtful, personal gift for the whisky enthusiast.

Who is The Coopers Choice?

The Coopers Choice is a respected independent bottler that selects single casks for their character and quality, without added colour or chill filtration.