Unnamed Speyside 2005/2018 Signatory Vintage 12 Year Old Single Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 46%

Some distilleries prefer their name kept off independent bottlings, and the bottle is then sold under a neutral name instead. "Unnamed Speyside" is exactly that, all the character, none of the name.

Note: the metal tube on the capsule may show rust.

The expert's description

Unnamed Speyside 2005/2018 Signatory Vintage 12 år Single Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 46% is a Single Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in Two hogsheads, cask no. DRU 17/A106 51+52 and bottled at 46%.

The whisky was distilled on 11 July 2005 and bottled on 26 February 2018 by Signatory Vintage as part of their Un-Chillfiltered Collection, matured in two hogsheads. Although the distillery is not officially disclosed, the style points to a classic Speyside character focused on fruit, malt and light spice.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Fresh apples, citrus, malt and a hint of vanilla.

Palate

Lightly creamy with green fruit, grain, honey and mild spice.

Finish

Medium length with dry malt, freshness and a touch of oak.

Specifications

Name: Unnamed Speyside 2005/2018 Signatory Vintage 12 år Single Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 46%
Distillery: Unnamed Speyside
Bottler: Signatory Vintage
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Single Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 12 years
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Two hogsheads, cask no. DRU 17/A106 51+52
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distilled: 11.07.2005
Bottled: 26.02.2018
Edition: Signatory Vintage, Un-Chillfiltered Collection
EAN no.: 5021944096732

Flavour Profile

Fresh · Fruity · Soft

Did you know?

Undisclosed bottlings like this one are often used by distilleries that want to keep control over their brand, but which still sell surplus casks to independent merchants like Signatory.

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Frequently asked questions about Unnamed Speyside 2005/2018 Signatory Vintage 12 år Single Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 46%

Why is the whisky called "Unnamed Speyside"?

The original distillery has chosen not to have its name on the bottle, which is common for independent bottlings from distilleries that protect their brand.

What does it taste like?

The nose offers fresh apples and citrus, the palate is lightly creamy with green fruit and honey, and the finish is medium with dry malt and a touch of oak.

What is Signatory's Un-Chillfiltered Collection?

It is a series from Signatory Vintage where the whiskies are deliberately bottled without chill filtration and with natural colour to preserve the most authentic flavour.

How should this whisky be served?

It is best enjoyed at room temperature in a nosing glass, letting the fresh fruit notes open up.

Is the capsule on the bottle in good condition?

The metal tube on the capsule may occasionally show rust in places, which is cosmetic and does not affect the quality of the whisky.

Can you guess which distillery the whisky comes from?

Although not officially disclosed, the clean, fruit-driven style points to a classic Speyside distillery.