Wolfburn Morven Single Malt Scotch Whisky 46%

Most know Wolfburn for its clean, unpeated style, but Morven is the exception that proves the rule. It is the house's careful handling of smoke for the curious drinker.

The expert's description

Wolfburn Morven Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky 46% is a Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky and bottled at 46%.

The whisky was created by distillery manager Shane Fraser as a lightly peated release, the only one of its kind in Wolfburn's core range. It is designed as a gentle introduction to smoky whisky, without compromising the distillery's clean, craft-driven base style.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Raisins and honey with a light hint of smoke.

Palate

Soft and rounded with a discreet twist of peat.

Finish

Medium length with a mild, smoky finish.

Specifications

Name: Wolfburn Morven Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky 46%
Distillery: Wolfburn
Region/Country: Thurso, Caithness, Scotland
Type: Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distillation method: Double distilled
Edition: Created by Distillery Manager Shane Fraser, lightly peated
EAN no.: 0634158496370

Flavour Profile

Lightly peated · Soft · Sweet

Did you know?

Morven is named after a mountainous area in the west of Scotland, and the name fits well with the whisky's role as the distillery's only peated release, a kind of change of landscape in bottle form.

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Frequently asked questions about Wolfburn Morven Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky 46%

Why is Wolfburn Morven different from the rest of the range?

It is the only lightly peated release in Wolfburn's core range, otherwise known for a clean, unpeated style.

What does it taste like?

The nose offers raisins and honey with a light hint of smoke, the palate is soft and rounded with a discreet peat twist, and the finish is mild and smoky.

Is Wolfburn Morven a good introduction to smoky whisky?

Yes, its mild peat character makes it a natural choice for those not yet used to heavier smoky whiskies.

How should this whisky be served?

It is best enjoyed at room temperature in a nosing glass, letting the mild smoke open up.

Who created Wolfburn Morven?

The whisky was created by distillery manager Shane Fraser.

Why is the whisky called Morven?

The name comes from a mountainous area in the west of Scotland and underlines the whisky's role as a different, smokier part of the range.