Royal Brackla 2008/2018 10 years old Mossburn Single Highland Malt Whisky 46%

Scottish bottler Mossburn has selected a single cask from the 2008 vintage of Royal Brackla for this 10-year-old independent release.

Expert Review

Royal Brackla 2008/2018 10 år Mossburn Single Highland Malt Whisky 46% is a Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in an American oak cask and bottled at 46% ABV.

Royal Brackla from 2008, bottled by independent bottler Mossburn in 2018 after 10 years of maturation. The whisky comes from a single cask reference, giving a more focused, individual character than the distillery's official blends.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose is fresh with apple, vanilla and a lightly spiced oak.

Palate

The palate is soft with honey, caramel and a mild spiciness.

Finish

The finish is medium-long, soft and sweet.

Specifications

Name: Royal Brackla 2008/2018 10 år Mossburn Single Highland Malt Whisky 46%
Distillery: Royal Brackla
Bottler: Mossburn
Region: Highland, Scotland
Type: Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 10 Years
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Cask Type: an American oak cask
Distilled: 2008
Bottled: 2018
EAN No.: 5060033847190

Flavour Profile

Soft · Vanilla · Single Cask

Did You Know?

Royal Brackla is located near Cawdor in the Highlands, an area closely tied to Shakespeare's Macbeth, giving the distillery a literary aura beyond its royal history.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Royal Brackla 2008/2018 10 år Mossburn Single Highland Malt Whisky 46%

What does Royal Brackla 2008/2018 10 år Mossburn Single Highland Malt Whisky 46% taste like?

Royal Brackla 2008/2018 10 år Mossburn Single Highland Malt Whisky 46% offers a layered flavour profile – see the full tasting notes above for nose, palate and finish.

Should Royal Brackla 2008/2018 10 år Mossburn Single Highland Malt Whisky 46% be enjoyed neat or with water?

Both work well. Neat shows the whisky's full strength, while a few drops of water can open up the aromas further, especially at 46% ABV.

Which glass suits Royal Brackla 2008/2018 10 år Mossburn Single Highland Malt Whisky 46% best?

A tulip-shaped nosing glass gathers the aromas best and gives the most precise experience of both nose and palate.

Is Royal Brackla 2008/2018 10 år Mossburn Single Highland Malt Whisky 46% a good gift idea?

Yes, especially for an enthusiast or collector who appreciates cask type, history and character over the ordinary.

How should Royal Brackla 2008/2018 10 år Mossburn Single Highland Malt Whisky 46% be stored?

Upright, cool and dark, away from direct sunlight and temperature swings. Unopened, the whisky keeps for years.

What defines whisky from Royal Brackla?

Royal Brackla is known for a style that comes through clearly in Royal Brackla 2008/2018 10 år Mossburn Single Highland Malt Whisky 46%, with a character that sets it apart from other Scottish distilleries.

Can Royal Brackla 2008/2018 10 år Mossburn Single Highland Malt Whisky 46% be used in cocktails?

It can certainly work in a simple Old Fashioned, but it is best enjoyed neat first, to show its full character.