Wolfburn No. 270 Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky 46%

Smaller casks mean more contact between wood and spirit, and that is exactly the trick behind this release. Small Batch No. 270 uses half-size bourbon casks to push the sweetness further.

The expert's description

Wolfburn No. 270 Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky 46% is a Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in 1st fill, half-size ex-bourbon casks and bottled at 46%.

The whisky is a sweet-toned release matured in small, half-size bourbon casks, giving the spirit more contact with the wood and therefore a faster, more intense maturation. It is part of Wolfburn's Small Batch series and was released alongside No. 128, a lightly peated whisky matured in the same cask type.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Coconut and vanilla.

Palate

Butterscotch, malt and honey.

Finish

Lovely finish of Demerara sugar.

Specifications

Name: Wolfburn No. 270 Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky 46%
Distillery: Wolfburn
Region/Country: Thurso, Caithness, Scotland
Type: Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: 1st fill, half-size ex-bourbon casks
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distillation method: Double distilled
Edition: Small Batch No. 270
EAN no.: 0634158496394

Flavour Profile

Sweet · Soft · Full-bodied

Did you know?

The half-size bourbon casks used for this Small Batch release have roughly twice the surface area relative to their volume compared with a standard cask, significantly speeding up maturation.

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Frequently asked questions about Wolfburn No. 270 Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky 46%

Why are half-size bourbon casks used for Wolfburn No. 270?

The smaller casks give more contact between spirit and wood relative to volume, producing a faster and more intense maturation.

What does it taste like?

The nose offers coconut and vanilla, the palate is rich in butterscotch, malt and honey, and the finish carries Demerara sugar.

What is the difference between No. 270 and No. 128?

Both are matured in the same type of half-size bourbon casks, but No. 128 is a lightly peated release while No. 270 is unpeated.

How should this whisky be served?

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

Is Wolfburn No. 270 part of a series?

Yes, it is part of Wolfburn's Small Batch series.

Is Wolfburn No. 270 chill filtered?

No, like the rest of Wolfburn's range, it is bottled without chill filtration and without added colouring.