• WATCHES
    • A. LANGE & SÖHNE
    • AUDEMARS PIGUET
    • BVLGARI
    • CARTIER
    • F.P. JOURNE
    • GIRARD-PERREGAUX
    • JAEGER-LECOULTRE
    • LAURENT FERRIER
    • OMEGA
    • PANERAI
    • PATEK PHILIPPE
    • ROLEX
    • TUDOR
    • VACHERON CONSTANTIN
    • MORE BRANDS
  • LIQUID GOLD
    • COGNAC
    • WHISKY
      • BLENDED
      • BOURBON
      • SINGLE GRAIN
      • SINGLE MALT
      • TENNESSEE
  • FEATURES
    • AUCTIONS
    • BASELWORLD NOVELTIES
    • BEHIND CLOSED DOORS
    • BEXSONN EVENTS
    • IN-DEPTH
    • IT’S COMPLICATED
    • PHOTO ESSAYS
    • NOVELTIES
    • TASTING SESSIONS
    • WATCH SHOPPING
  • VINTAGE
  • ABOUT
    • ABOUT US
    • TEAM
  • CONTACT
  • SHOP
  • 2020

    May 2022
    S M T W T F S
    1234567
    891011121314
    15161718192021
    22232425262728
    293031  
    « Apr    
  • WATCHES
    • A. LANGE & SÖHNE
    • AUDEMARS PIGUET
    • BVLGARI
    • CARTIER
    • F.P. JOURNE
    • GIRARD-PERREGAUX
    • JAEGER-LECOULTRE
    • LAURENT FERRIER
    • OMEGA
    • PANERAI
    • PATEK PHILIPPE
    • ROLEX
    • TUDOR
    • VACHERON CONSTANTIN
    • MORE BRANDS
  • LIQUID GOLD
    • COGNAC
    • WHISKY
      • BLENDED
      • BOURBON
      • SINGLE GRAIN
      • SINGLE MALT
      • TENNESSEE
  • FEATURES
    • AUCTIONS
    • BASELWORLD NOVELTIES
    • BEHIND CLOSED DOORS
    • BEXSONN EVENTS
    • IN-DEPTH
    • IT’S COMPLICATED
    • PHOTO ESSAYS
    • NOVELTIES
    • TASTING SESSIONS
    • WATCH SHOPPING
  • VINTAGE
  • ABOUT
    • ABOUT US
    • TEAM
  • CONTACT
  • SHOP

Aberlour 14

February 15, 2021

Admittedly, it has been sometime since we last posted some tasting notes on a drop of liquid gold from the Aberlour distillery. Aberlour whisky was born in the Speyside village of Aberlour, made with local spring water from the Ben Rinnes and Barley, which is now locally sourced from field near by. This 14-year-old expression has been matured in two different casks: American oak and Spanish sherry oak, imparting some delightful notes over time. After 14 years, the craftspersons marry the spirits from both casks together, using all their know-how to achieve just the right amount of balance in depth and flavour. Some say this process is just a science but it is truly an art form.

On the nose: there is a warm invitation of honey, marzipan, mandrins and oranges. These enticing notes are closely followed by notes of grapefruits, ripe cherries, bergamot, jasmine and a hint of vanilla. Some subtle spicy notes of cinnamon, cardamom and stem ginger start to emerge. Completing the nose is a hint of lemon grass, currants and notes of dark berries. On the palate: those warm and sweet notes of honey, mandarin and cherries are ever-present, alongside notes of sanguinello oranges, bergamot and caramel. After a few swirls in the glass, notes of blackberries start to emerge, as well as notes of mixed spices, marzipan and cinnamon. Rounding-off the palate are notes of sticky toffee, liqourice and a hint of ginger. The finish: is medium, sweet alongside some bitter bergamot notes, with lingering espresso-like notes.

The verdict: As I’d mentioned at the start of these tasting notes, its been some time since we last tasted some Aberlour and this was a delighful return. This is a 14yo drop of liquid gold that is rather interesting and has quite a good balance. It has tonnes of character but perhaps lacks a little in depth of flavour. With a ABV of 40%, it doesn’t require any water to unlock the full plethora of notes on offer.

The Aberlour 14 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky is available to purchase at any well-stocked whisky shop for approximately £55. For more information on this 14-year-old expression, visit aberlour.com

drinkaware
aberlourscotchsingle maltwhisky
Share

LIQUID GOLD  / SINGLE MALT  / WHISKY

Christopher Beccan

You might also like

The Macallan Double Cask 30
May 23, 2022
GlenDronach Cask Strength #10
May 16, 2022
Springbank 25
May 9, 2022
  • Follow Us

  • Search Bexsonn

  • Recent Posts

    • The Macallan Double Cask 30
    • The Patek Philippe Chronograph 5172G with Salmon Dial
    • GlenDronach Cask Strength #10
    • Highlights from Watches of Knightsbridge May Auction
    • Springbank 25



Copyright © 2022 BEXSONN, All Rights Reserved.