Aberlour A’bunadh Alba Cask Strength Batch #007 [700ML]

Description

Looking for a bourbon-matured Speyside that breaks all the rules of traditional Scottish whisky-making?

The Aberlour A’bunadh Alba Cask Strength Batch #007 represents a bold departure from Aberlour’s famous sherry-cask heritage. This cask strength expression showcases the distillery’s fruit-forward character through exclusive maturation in first-fill American oak ex-bourbon barrels. Unlike the previous Alba Batch #005, this seventh release delivers even more complexity. For collectors seeking variety, consider exploring BenRiach’s smoky expressions as complementary additions.

**Technical Specifications:**
• Distillery: Aberlour – Founded 1879 in Speyside’s heart
• Region: Speyside – Known for elegant, fruity single malts
• ABV: 58.9% – Bottled at natural cask strength for maximum flavor impact
• Volume: 700ml
• Maturation: Exclusively first-fill American oak ex-bourbon casks (Quercus Alba)
• Tasting Notes: Nose reveals oily richness with ripe apples, tropical fruits, and vanilla. Palate delivers creamy texture with white pepper, honeyed malt, and toasted coconut. Finish offers medium-long dryness with citrus zest and sweet vanilla
• Best Served: Neat or with splash of water, in Glencairn glass at room temperature

Our spirits team at Mr. Chow’s Liquor Store has evaluated numerous Alba batches, and this bourbon-cask variant showcases remarkable tropical fruit intensity that distinguishes it from sherry-matured expressions.

Ideal for: Whisky collectors and bourbon enthusiasts exploring Scottish alternatives. Pairs with: Rich Malaysian dishes like beef rendang and char siu. Recommended for: Serious whisky drinkers ready to experience premium aged expressions alongside this innovative cask-strength offering.