Royal Brackla 2013/2023 James Eadie 9 years old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 46%

James Eadie has sourced a first fill cask from Royal Brackla, vintage 2013, for this 9-year-old independent release.

Expert Review

Royal Brackla 2013/2023 James Eadie 9 år Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 46% is a Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in a first fill cask and bottled at 46% ABV.

Royal Brackla from 2013, bottled by independent whisky merchant James Eadie in 2023 after 9 years of maturation in a first fill cask, giving a more direct cask influence than older, re-used casks.

Tasting Notes

Nose

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

Palate

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

Finish

The finish is medium-long and sweet.

Specifications

Name: Royal Brackla 2013/2023 James Eadie 9 år Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 46%
Distillery: Royal Brackla
Bottler: James Eadie
Region: Highland, Scotland
Type: Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 9 Years
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Cask Type: a first fill cask
Distilled: 2013
Bottled: 2023
EAN No.: 5060485432111

Flavour Profile

Sweet · Vanilla · Single Cask

Did You Know?

James Eadie is a revived whisky merchant, originally founded in 1854 in Burton-on-Trent, which today selects and bottles single cask whisky from distilleries across Scotland.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Royal Brackla 2013/2023 James Eadie 9 år Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 46%

What does Royal Brackla 2013/2023 James Eadie 9 år Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 46% taste like?

Royal Brackla 2013/2023 James Eadie 9 år Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 46% offers a layered flavour profile – see the full tasting notes above for nose, palate and finish.

Should Royal Brackla 2013/2023 James Eadie 9 år Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 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 2013/2023 James Eadie 9 år Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 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 2013/2023 James Eadie 9 år Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 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 2013/2023 James Eadie 9 år Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 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 2013/2023 James Eadie 9 år Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 46%, with a character that sets it apart from other Scottish distilleries.

Can Royal Brackla 2013/2023 James Eadie 9 år Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 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.