Dewar’s French Smooth Apple Cask 8 Years [700ML]

Description

What happens when Scottish whisky craftsmanship meets the elegance of French apple brandy casks?

Dewar’s French Smooth Apple Cask 8 Years represents the fifth release in Dewar’s innovative cask series, where traditional blended Scotch whisky undergoes a remarkable transformation through French Calvados cask finishing. This award-winning expression earned Gold at the 2023 World Whiskies Awards, showcasing how up to 30 single malt and grain whiskies can be elevated beyond conventional aging. For comparison with other premium Dewar’s expressions, explore our Dewar’s 12 Years collection or the classic Dewar’s White Label.

• Origin: Scotland – crafted from Highland and Speyside distilleries
• ABV: 40% – perfectly balanced for neat sipping or cocktails
• Volume: 700ml
• Maturation: 8+ years in oak casks, finished in French Calvados barrels
• Tasting Notes: Nose reveals crisp green apple, baked pear, and vanilla marshmallow. Palate delivers rich orchard fruit, warm cinnamon spice, and creamy Stroopwafel notes. Finish is elegantly long with lingering apple sweetness
• Best Served: Neat, on rocks, or in an Apple Old Fashioned

Our team at Mr. Chow’s Liquor Store has found this expression particularly approachable for newcomers to Scotch while offering enough complexity to satisfy seasoned enthusiasts. The fruit-forward profile creates an exceptional bridge between Scottish tradition and French finesse.

Ideal for: Corporate gifts, whisky collectors seeking innovative expressions, CNY celebrations. Pairs with: Aged cheeses, caramel desserts, or Malaysian pastries like pineapple tarts. Recommended for: Those exploring cask-finished whiskies – consider pairing with our Jameson Caskmates IPA Edition for a comparative tasting experience.