The Legendary 2015/2023 Blackadder Raw Cask 7 years old Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 59.2%

A legend is rarely written in full filtration. The Legendary is Blackadder's answer to how whisky tasted before it was polished to perfection, taken straight from the cask with everything that entails.

Please note: this whisky is part of Blackadder's Raw Cask series and is deliberately bottled with a small amount of natural cask sediment at the bottom of the bottle, proof that the whisky is only minimally filtered.

Expert description

The Legendary 2015/2023 is a 7-year-old Single Malt Scotch Whisky from Blackadder's Raw Cask series, bottled at full cask strength of 59.2% ABV.

The whisky was distilled on 23 June 2015 and bottled in January 2023, from a single cask, Cask No. 2023-05, a medium toasted Fine Grain French Oak cask. The French oak has given the whisky a distinctly spiced, lightly sweet character that sets it apart from the more common American or European oak.

The Raw Cask series is Blackadder's most unfiltered release: the whisky is neither chill-filtered nor mechanically filtered, and the bottle retains natural oils and fats from the cask to ensure the most natural tasting experience possible.

Only 615 bottles exist of this particular single cask release.

Tasting notes

Nose

Toasted French oak and warm spice meet a light sweetness of honey and ripe apples.

Palate

Robust and well-balanced with spiced oak, caramel and a full malt core, carried by the high strength.

Finish

Long and warm, with lingering spice and a dry, slightly tannic close from the French oak.

Specifications

Name: The Legendary
Bottler: Blackadder
Series: Raw Cask
Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 7 Years
ABV: 59.2%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Medium Toasted Fine Grain French Oak, Cask No. 2023-05
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distilled: 23/06/2015
Bottled: 01/2023
Number of bottles: 615
EAN: 5055030620785

Flavour profile

Spiced · Oak · Cask strength

Investment potential

With only 615 bottles from a single cask, full cask strength and Blackadder's well-regarded Raw Cask concept, The Legendary appeals to collectors who value rare single cask releases from respected independent bottlers.

Did you know?

The name Blackadder is drawn from a Scottish legend of a fearless warrior, and the company's logo and storytelling deliberately lean on this mythology to underline the raw, untamed character of its whiskies.

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Frequently asked questions about The Legendary Blackadder Raw Cask

Is The Legendary 2015/2023 worth it?

Yes, with only 615 bottles from a single cask, full cask strength and Blackadder's well-regarded Raw Cask concept, this whisky appeals to collectors and enthusiasts seeking a genuine single cask experience.

Why is there sediment in the bottle?

Blackadder's Raw Cask series is deliberately bottled with a little natural cask sediment to show that the whisky is only minimally filtered, retaining as many natural flavour compounds as possible.

Which distillery does The Legendary come from?

The distillery is undisclosed.

What does "Medium Toasted Fine Grain French Oak" mean?

It describes a French oak cask with a fine grain structure, lightly toasted on the inside, which lends the whisky spice and a lightly sweet character.

How old is The Legendary 2015/2023?

The whisky is 7 years old, distilled in June 2015 and bottled in January 2023.

Is The Legendary non-chill filtered?

Yes, the whisky is neither chill-filtered nor mechanically filtered.

What is Blackadder's Raw Cask series?

It is Blackadder's most unfiltered release series, where the whisky is bottled straight from the cask with natural sediment for maximum flavour.

How should The Legendary be enjoyed?

Given the 59.2% cask strength, a drop of water is recommended to open up the aromas.