Speybridge 2011/2023 Wilson & Morgan 12 years old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 57.1%

Old-school Speyside with a wine-like attitude — Wilson & Morgan finds the casks that bite back properly.

Expert's Description

Speybridge 2011/2023 is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky from Wilson & Morgan, distilled in 2011 and bottled in 2023 after 12 years of maturation at 57.1%.

The whisky is matured in a refill butt and first fill Oloroso sherry butt, cask no. 3589, giving an intense sherry character with clear tannin and a wine-like, aperitif-style bitterness.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Dry, tight Oloroso sherry with hints of bitter aperitif, orange peel and roasted chestnut.

Palate

Full and wine-like with sherry tannin, dried fruit and a warm alcoholic edge.

Finish

Long and dry with lingering nuts and a lightly bitter sherry close.

Specifications

Name: Speybridge 2011/2023
Bottler: Wilson & Morgan
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 12 years
ABV: 57.1%
Size: 70 CL
Cask Type: Refill butt and 1st fill Oloroso sherry butt, cask no. 3589
Distilled: 2011
Bottled: 2023
Number of Bottles: 776 bottles
EAN No.: 8057760350434

Flavour Profile

Sherry-matured · Wine-like · Nutty · Cask strength

Did You Know?

'Speybridge' is one of the names independent bottlers such as Wilson & Morgan use for undisclosed Speyside distilleries — the name references the region's characteristic bridges over the River Spey.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Speybridge 2011/2023 Wilson & Morgan 12 år Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 57,1%

What does the name Speybridge mean?

It is an undisclosed name Wilson & Morgan uses for a Speyside source they do not reveal directly.

Why does the whisky taste so wine-like?

It is matured in Oloroso sherry butts, giving an intense, tannic sherry character.

Is it worth it for sherry lovers?

Yes, it offers a classic, old-school Speyside style with pronounced sherry depth at an accessible age.

Is the whisky bottled at cask strength?

Yes, it is bottled at 57.1% with no water added.

How many bottles were produced?

776 bottles from cask no. 3589.

What is Wilson & Morgan's style known for?

The Italian bottling company is known for carefully selected sherry casks and a classic, robust approach to Speyside whisky.