Oban Little Bay Highland Single Malt Scotch [700ML]

Description

What happens when Scotland’s coastal heritage meets innovative maturation techniques in a single bottle?

Oban Little Bay Highland Single Malt Scotch represents a bold departure from traditional Highland expressions, utilizing smaller American oak bourbon barrels and European sherry casks to intensify flavor development. This double-matured whisky earned Double Gold at the 2016 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, proving that innovation can enhance centuries-old craftsmanship. Unlike conventional Highland malts such as Glenmorangie’s traditional 12-year expression, this NAS release prioritizes cask influence over age statements for remarkable complexity.

**Technical Specifications:**
• Distillery: Oban – established 1794 in Scotland’s coastal Highlands
• Region: Highland – known for diverse, balanced flavor profiles
• ABV: 43% – optimal strength for full flavor expression without overwhelming heat
• Volume: 700ml
• Maturation: Double-matured in small American oak bourbon barrels and European oak sherry casks
• Tasting Notes: Nose reveals orange zest, sea salt, vanilla, and cappuccino. Palate delivers orange marmalade, tropical fruits, salted caramel, and gentle peat smoke. Medium-long finish with lingering spice and coastal minerality
• Best Served: Neat at room temperature in a Glencairn glass, or with a splash of water

Our team at Mr. Chow’s Liquor Store has evaluated numerous Highland expressions, and this stands out for its accessible complexity and coastal salinity that distinguishes it from inland Highland whiskies. The smaller cask maturation creates concentrated flavors typically found in much older expressions.

Ideal for: Daily sipping, introducing newcomers to Highland whisky, or gifting to whisky enthusiasts. Pairs with: Rich Malaysian dishes like beef rendang, char siu, or dark chocolate desserts. Recommended for: Those seeking approachable complexity, complementing collections featuring innovative Highland expressions or premium aged alternatives.