Kilkerran 13 year old Cadenhead's Original Collection

Profile: The Kilkerran 13 year old Cadenhead's Original Collection at a Glance

• Cadenhead: Scotland's oldest independent bottler - founded in 1842
• Campbeltown Single Malt: Distilled at the Glengyle Distillery
• Traditionally bottled in Campbeltown, the home of Cadenhead's
• Natural: Neither chill-filtered nor colored, as is usual with Cadenhead

Portrait: What makes the Kilkerran 13 year old Cadenhead's Original Collection special

The Kilkerran 13 year old from the Cadenhead's Original Collection is an impressive bottling from the Glengyle Distillery in Campbeltown - a region known for its characterful whiskies with maritime influence and smoky depth. 
Matured for over 13 years in former bourbon and ruby ​​port casks, this single malt reflects not only the craftsmanship of Glengyle, but also the uncompromising quality that Cadenhead's stands for as an independent bottler. 
The Original Collection focuses on clear provenance and authentic cask maturation - with no chill filtration and no coloring. The Kilkerran is powerful, complex, and classic Campbeltown: a whisky with character, depth, and a smoky, spicy presence. This bottling is aimed at connoisseurs seeking something special - bottled honestly, expertly, and independently. A must for fans of Kilkerran, Cadenhead's, or generally whiskies with rough edges.

Tasting Notes: This is what the Kilkerran 13 year old Cadenhead's Original Collection tastes like.

• Nose: A warm, inviting scent of sweet jammy fruits, accompanied by a hint of tobacco and the rich character of sticky toffee pudding - subtle campfire smoke unfolds in the background, adding depth and complexity.
• Palate: Powerful and complex - the first impression reminiscent of slow-cooked beef brisket with spicy umami notes - followed by piquant accents of 'Nduja (spicy spreadable salami) that contrast with the sweetness of Turkish delight, rhubarb and blackberry jam - a fascinating interplay between sweet, fruity and spicy
• Finish: long and intense with notes of dried dark fruits and smoked sausage, which combine with earthy tones and a hint of strawberry tips - the smoke remains subtly present and elegantly rounds off the experience.

Cadenhead - Scotland's Oldest Independent Bottler

Founded in 1842 in Aberdeen, William Cadenhead is Scotland's oldest independent bottler - an institution with almost two centuries of whisky history. Since 1972, the traditional company has been part of the respected J & A Mitchell & Co. Ltd., which also operates the famous Springbank and Glengyle distilleries in Campbeltown.

The connection to Campbeltown - once known as the "Whisky Capital of the World" - is stronger than ever: All Cadenhead bottlings are matured and bottled there, which not only guarantees short transport routes but also full control over quality. Cadenhead stands for uncompromising transparency and craftsmanship. The focus isn't on marketing or packaging, but on what matters: "It's what's inside the bottle that counts."

Cadenhead carefully selects its casks and places great emphasis on preserving the original character of each distillery. Whether Highland, Speyside, Islay, or Lowlands, each bottling is designed to clearly reflect the distinctive characteristics of its origin. Chill filtration and coloring are generally avoided to ensure an authentic taste experience.

With a broad portfolio of single malts, blended malts, and rarities, Cadenhead is an integral part of the Scottish whisky landscape - and a guarantee of quality, honesty, and passion in the glass.