Arran 25 year old

Profile: The Arran 25 year old at a Glance

• Limited bottling: The Arran 25 Years is an exclusive bottling released annually in limited quantities
• Long maturation on the Isle of Arran: Matured for over a quarter of a century in bourbon and sherry casks in the Lochranza Distillery on the Scottish Isle of Arran
• Non-chill filtered & Uncolored: Bottled in its natural color and without chill filtration - for an authentic, unadulterated whisky experience
• Part of Arran's Core Range: Despite its rarity, the 25-year-old bottling is part of the distillery's established product line and represents the brand's flagship

Portrait: What makes the Arran 25 year old so special

The Arran 25 year old is the flagship of the Lochranza Distillery and represents the craftsmanship of the young, but now established distillery on the Isle of Arran. As the oldest regularly available single malt in its range, it marks an important milestone in the history of the distillery, founded in 1995. This bottling is released annually in limited quantities, making it particularly attractive for collectors and enthusiasts of independent distilleries.

The whisky matures for over a quarter of a century in a combination of carefully selected ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks, giving it a distinct depth and structure. It is bottled at 46% ABV, without chill filtration, and without the addition of colorings - a commitment to authenticity and quality.

The bottle design is elegant and sophisticated, with a heavy glass bottle and stylish packaging that reflects the premium character of the bottling. The Arran 25 Year Old is aimed at experienced whisky connoisseurs seeking mature bottlings beyond the mainstream brands. It exemplifies the potential of modern Scottish distilleries and impresses with its maturity, provenance, and craftsmanship.

Tasting Notes: This is how the Arran 25 year old tastes like

• Nose: full, deep, and complex - ripe dark fruits such as dried figs, raisins, and dates come to the fore, accompanied by sweet toffee, dark chocolate, and old leather - behind this, nuances of spice develop - cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of clove - as well as a delicate touch of polished wood, walnuts, and a fine tobacco note - after a longer rest in the glass, subtle floral notes and a hint of orange zest emerge
• Palate: silky, almost oily texture - full-bodied and warming, with an elegant balance of sweetness and spice - initially intense notes of sherry, candied fruit, and marzipan, then deepening with hints of oak, dark honey, and black tea - the long maturation is evident in a perfect harmony of wood, fruit, and alcoholic structure - slightly drying influence of the oak, but without bitterness
• Finish: long, complex, and persistent - initially sweet with dried fruits and caramel, then increasingly dry with leather, spices, and an elegant wood tone - a hint of dark chocolate and espresso beans lingers, very balanced and complex