Aberlour - 13 y.o. - Double Cask - 0.7L

Aberlour 13 y.o. Double Cask – Speyside Single Malt

Some whiskies impress with their untamed power, others with a delicate balance that only emerges through years of maturation and the precise craft of cask selection. The Aberlour 13 Year Old is such an example of balance, where time and wood have found each other in a silent dialogue to shape a character of remarkable finesse.

The Art of Double Maturation on the Banks of the Lour

Since its founding by James Fleming in 1879, the Aberlour Distillery has been firmly rooted in the heart of Speyside. This Single Malt owes its profile to the classic Double Cask Maturation, a process in which the distillate matures simultaneously in two different environments. While American oak contributes soft vanilla and toffee notes, Oloroso sherry casks lend the whisky its characteristic depth, fruitiness, and a subtle spice. After 13 years of maturation, these two strands are artfully blended to create a harmonious overall picture.

A Symphony of Ripe Fruits and Creamy Sweetness

Shimmering in a warm amber hue, the bouquet of this whisky immediately reveals its Speyside origin. The nose shows distinct notes of red apples and sweet sherry, accompanied by a delicate herbal note. On the palate, a soft, almost creamy texture unfolds with hints of butterscotch, vanilla, and spicy nuts. The finish is long-lasting and presents an elegant balance between the sweetness of ripe fruits and a gentle, dry oak spice.

A Versatile Companion for Special Moments

This 13-year-old Aberlour is a recommendation for connoisseurs who appreciate an accessible yet complex Single Malt. It is excellent for pure enjoyment at room temperature, with a few drops of water able to release further nuances of sherry sweetness. Due to its harmonious structure and elegant presentation in the classic green packaging, it is also an ideal gift for connoisseurs seeking the bridge between fruity lightness and the complexity of sherry maturation.

Tasting Notes

Aroma

An inviting bouquet of ripe apples harmoniously combines with the profound fruit sweetness from the sherry cask maturation.

Taste

The palate is enveloped by a velvety texture, in which notes of creamy vanilla and golden toffee develop an elegant sweetness.

Finish

The finish is long-lasting with a subtle oak spice and an aftertaste of fruity elegance.

Product Details

• Distillery: Aberlour Distillery, Speyside, Scotland
• Region: Speyside
• Product Type: Single Malt
• Age: 13 years
• Edition: Double Cask Maturation
• Cask Maturation: American Oak & Oloroso Sherry Casks
• Alcohol Content: 40.0 % Vol.
• Volume: 0.7L
• Coloring: No – no added coloring
• Chill Filtration: Chill-filtered
• Packaging: Tube
• Bottler: Original Bottling
• Distributor: Pernod Ricard Europe, EMEA, 5 Cours Paul Ricard, 75008 Paris, France

💡 Perfect for connoisseurs who appreciate an accessible yet complex Single Malt – neat at room temperature or with a few drops of water to release further nuances of sherry sweetness.