Glenallachie 2008/2026 - 17 Year Old - PX Sherry Cask Finish #3050994 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
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Profile: The Glenallachie 2008/2026 - 17 Years - PX Sherry Cask Finish #3050994 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) at a glance
- Speyside origin: This single malt comes from Glenallachie in Scotland and reflects the region’s elegant, often fruit-led style.
- Long maturation, clear character: Seventeen years in cask give the whisky depth and structure, while the PX sherry finish adds sweetness and darker fruit notes.
- Small cask influence: The Octave format creates a more intense interaction between wood and spirit, resulting in a notably concentrated aroma profile.
- Unadorned presentation: Bottled without added colour and at 55.30% ABV, it shows itself in a powerful, authentic form.
- Independent bottling: Duncan Taylor presents a characterful single malt with a distinct signature and limited availability.
Portrait: What defines the Glenallachie 2008/2026 - 17 Years - PX Sherry Cask Finish #3050994 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
The Glenallachie 2008/2026 is a Speyside single malt that does not hide its origin, but complements it with a striking cask influence. Glenallachie is known for a robust yet approachable distillery character, and that forms the foundation of this Duncan Taylor bottling. Distilled in 2008 and bottled in 2026, it has enjoyed a long maturation that allowed both time and wood to shape its profile.
The Pedro Ximénez Octave cask finish is where things become especially interesting. The smaller cask size increases the contact between wood and whisky, concentrating the aromas noticeably. As a result, the whisky does not simply carry sherry sweetness; it folds it into a deeper, more spiced structure. The outcome is a single malt that is not loud, but layered and expressive.
Bottled at natural cask strength and without added colour, this release appears in an unfiltered, honest form that many whisky enthusiasts appreciate. For those who enjoy sherried whiskies with depth, this bottling offers a balanced interplay of sweetness, spice and oak-driven structure.
Tasting Notes: What the Glenallachie 2008/2026 - 17 Years - PX Sherry Cask Finish #3050994 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) tastes like
- Nose: Dark dried fruits, raisins and dates combine with caramel, malt and a gentle thread of oak spice and cinnamon.
- Palate: The mouthfeel is dense and sweetly spiced, with notes of sherry, syrup, chocolate and a hint of toasted nuts.
- Finish: The finish is long, dry and warming, leaving lingering impressions of cocoa, wood spice and a light bitter edge.
- Overall impression: Bold and structured, yet balanced enough to keep the sherried sweetness in check.
| Bottler: | Duncan Taylor |
|---|---|
| Bottling Date: | 2026 |
| Alcohol: | 55,30%vol. |
| Age: | 17 year old |
| Distillery: | GlenAllachie |
| Destillation Date: | 2008 |
| Coloured: | Natural Colour |
| Volume: | 0,7l |
| Country: | Scotland |
| Product Type: | Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
| Product Category: | Whisky |
| Product brand: | Duncan Taylor |
| Region: | Speyside |
| Responsible food business operator: | Kirsch Import GmbH & Co. KG, Mackenstedter Str. 7, 28816 Stuhr, Deutschland |
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