Craigellachie 31 Years In Oak Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Experience the exceptional Craigellachie 31 Years, a prestigious single malt scotch whisky that epitomizes refined craftsmanship. Aged for over three decades, this exquisite 700ml bottle offers a rich and complex flavor profile. Delight in the robust notes of orchard fruits, honeyed malt, and toasted oak, interwoven with a hint of smoke and spice. The velvety finish is long and satisfying, showcasing the meticulous aging process that defines Craigellachie’s heritage. Perfect for connoisseurs and collectors, Craigellachie 31 Years promises an unparalleled and luxurious tasting experience, celebrating the finest traditions of Scotch whisky.

Volume: 700ml          ABV: 52.2%          Age: 31 Years Old         Country: Scotland

Our Tasting Notes on Craigellachie 31 Years

Nose: The anticipation is high. Okay, let’s dive in. The butterscotch is the first aroma, creamy and sweet however delicate. Freshly cut pineapple comes to mind followed by a hint of vanilla and toffee. There’s spice there, perhaps cinnamon or it could be nutmeg. Crushed lemon zest brings fruity freshness and this combines well with dark chocolate notes. What comes to mind is when opening a bag of brown sugar for the first time which not only delivers a sweetness but a little nuttiness too. Perhaps toasted hazelnuts and there’s a sense there’s plenty of oils in this delicious single malt.

Palate: This has an explosion of flavour, the pineapple has been cut a day before creating a wonderful sweetness. The pineapple then combines with vanilla soaked raisins which in turn marries well with the meatiness as explained above. There’s a little hint of marzipan and more lemon zest and mouth coating butterscotch. Definitely getting cinnamon now and freshly cracked black pepper. The dark chocolate is coating the tongue and juggling ever so well with the pineapple and raisins. Simply stunning.

Finish: I thought for a second to not write about the finish, as I didn’t want it to finish. Why we have to wait for 31 years to taste something so deliciously smooth and tasty is beyond me. The oak is more evident in the finish, oils remain on the palate and the smoothness is exceptional. The toasted hazelnuts are back as is the fruity sweetness with a little hint of smoke which makes the ending to this whisky a true memory captured only by my taste buds.

We only have 6 bottles of the award winning single malt whisky and the effort we have gone to to bring them to Australia has been enormous. I hope you can try it at at a bar or even through a sample split with friends. It’s well worth the spend especially for a special occasion.